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Today, we’re talking earthquakes! First, our East Coast-based hosts react to the shaking on their side of the country. Then, we’ll examine how earthquake preparedness in Taiwan saved lives and prevented a big problem for the global tech economy. Later, we’ll weigh in on restoring blue check marks on X, New York earthquake memes and solar eclipse tourism in a round of Half Full/Half Empty!
Here’s everything we talked about today:
“Taiwan’s earthquake preparedness saved a lot of lives — and prevented a catastrophe for the global tech economy” from Vox“It’s not just you. Here’s why pollen allergies are worse than ever” from CNN“FDA to Drop Ban on Sperm Donations From Gay and Bisexual Men” from The Wall Street Journal“America has a Black sperm donor shortage. Black women are paying the price.” from The Washington Post“Elon Musk’s X restores free blue check marks. Here’s what it means.” from The Washington Post“Why demand for jeans persists across the decades” from Marketplace“Why multigenerational households are making a comeback in a big way” from Marketplace“X becomes ‘earthquake Twitter’ as users flood site with memes and jokes” from NBC News“How much are you spending for the eclipse? Here’s what Americans are saying” from Fox 10 Phoenix“Countdown to the total solar eclipse: How it will unfold, play by play” from The Washington PostWe love to hear from you. Send your questions and comments to [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.
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Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is back in China, less than a year since her last visit. In 2023, she was focused on gently reopening communication channels. This time she has a clear message: You’re making too much stuff. In this episode, why the U.S., Japan and some European countries are pressuring China to slow its manufacturing sector. Plus, we’ll hear from cargo ship workers stranded in Baltimore and learn about the welder shortage.
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Stocks close higher; average pay continues to outpace inflation; unemployment rate ticks down; consumer credit rises.
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Private and public employers added 303,000 jobs in March; average wages increased 0.3% between February and March; engineers expect to increase vessel access to Baltimore’s port by the end of the month; Yellen, in China visit, points to manufacturing overcapacity.
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A survey of corporate executives in the U.S. and elsewhere finds that nearly half expect to employ fewer people because of new artificial intelligence tools — and they expect that change to happen in the next five years. We’ll hear more. Plus, hiring was stronger than expected last month, continuing the Fed’s predicament. And later on the show, an immigrant family in Waterloo, Iowa, reflects on multigenerational living.
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More than a week after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the crews of eight large cargo ships are stuck in Baltimore’s port indefinitely. Today, we tag along with a port chaplain who’s helping care for the crew members, offering a lifeline of comfort and connection. We’ll also preview March’s jobs numbers and hear about “green bank” government grants to aid the clean energy transition.
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From the BBC World Service: McDonald’s is buying back all its stores in Israel following global boycotts over the Israel-Hamas War. We discuss the franchisee business model and what customers could make of the move. Then, Argentina is expected to face its worse-ever dengue season yet, and there’s a shortage of insect repellent. Plus, Saudi Arabia has struck a lucrative deal to host the Women’s Tennis Association Finals for three years.
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Google has agreed to destroy billions of browser data records to settle a class action suit alleging that the tech giant misled users about how Chrome tracked them in “Incognito mode.” Plus, “Daily Show” host Jon Stewart reveals that Apple discouraged him from interviewing Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan on his Apple TV+ podcast, “The Problem with Jon Stewart.” It’s a window into the “creative differences” that led to the abrupt end of the show last fall and the pressure creators face as Big Tech companies move deeper into “content.” But first, a federal internet subsidy for low-income households is about to expire. We’ll look at efforts to keep that program funded as the Federal Communications Commission moves to vote on restoring net neutrality rules. That policy, enacted during the Barack Obama administration and rescinded under former President Donald Trump, blocked internet service providers from favoring certain websites over others. Marketplace’s Lily Jamali and Maria Curi, tech policy reporter at Axios, discuss these stories for Marketplace Tech Bytes: Week in Review.
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Today, we’re picking guest host Amy Scott’s brain about two major news stories: the Baltimore bridge collapse and the recent Realtors settlement. We have lots of questions for the Baltimore resident and senior Marketplace correspondent covering all things housing! Plus, we’ll celebrate an American teen who made figure skating history.
Here’s everything we talked about today:
“Key Bridge disaster slows or stops Baltimore port jobs” from Marketplace“Maryland legislators hope to help port workers and others affected by the bridge collapse” from Marketplace“Lina Khan – FTC Chair on Amazon Antitrust Lawsuit & AI Oversight” from “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart”“Jon Stewart claims Apple wouldn’t let him interview FTC chair on his podcast” from Axios“The U.S. sues Apple, saying it abuses its power to monopolize the smartphone market” from NPR“The Realtors settlement could change how agents work with homebuyers” from Marketplace“Teenager Ilia Malinin lands a record SIX quads to capture world figure skating title” from NBC Sports“Ilia Malinin wins first world figure skating title with historic six quadruple jumps” from NBC SportsJoin us tomorrow for Economics on Tap! The YouTube livestream starts at 3:30 p.m. Pacific time, 6:30 p.m. Eastern. We’ll have news, drinks, a game and more.
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The legal right to ignore an after-hours call from your boss might seem appealing but unlikely. A California lawmaker, though, hopes to follow the lead of a dozen countries that have laws against it. Allowing employees to disconnect could be a plus for overall health and happiness, but not everyone supports the bill. Plus, women suffer a setback in the C-suite, economic data feels sorta choose-your-own-adventure right now, and denim is eternal.
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Stocks fall; imports of consumer goods, food and vehicles increase; Cleveland Fed president wants to see a couple more months of data; unemployment claims rise.
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What’s behind our desire to reinvent ourselves through fashion? Is it even possible to shop sustainably? This week on the show, Reema sets out to answer these questions with help from fashion educator and sustainable stylist Lakyn Carlton, who shares her own journey away from fast fashion. Plus, producer Alice Wilder takes Reema on a thrifting journey in North Carolina, hunting for work clothes that will allow Reema to feel like herself without breaking the bank. This is Part 1 of our two-part miniseries on the costs of fast fashion. First up, we look at escaping the cycle of overconsumption.To learn more about how fast fashion impacts climate change, check out this episode from Marketplace’s “How We Survive.” If you liked this episode, share it with a friend. And to get even more Uncomfortable, subscribe to our newsletter!
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Disney CEO says password crackdown coming in June; Boeing pays Alaska Airlines $160 million for Max problems; Kiss sells catalog to virtual concert creator; initial jobless claims rise to two-month high, but are still historically low.
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Sometimes, annual corporate shareholder meetings are mundane. That was not the case this year at Disney, where there was an unusually bitter and public battle for say in how the company is run. We’ll take a closer examination of the proxy battle and its outcome. Also on the program: expectations of March job gains, the Fed’s no-win situation, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s trip to China and airline responses to Boeing’s production delays.
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Thursday marks 56 years since Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee. On today’s program, we hear how Dr. King’s family is fighting to maintain access to the civiil rights leader’s words, continuing to safeguard his intellectual property, and promoting a legacy of nonviolent social change and racial unity. We’ll also learn more about a decline in the number of women in c-suite positions last year.
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From the BBC World Service: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is to meet officials in China for the second time in less than a year. What exactly can we expect from visit with government officials and business leaders? Then, Kenya’s health care system is in chaos as 4,000 public sector doctors and workers have gone on strike. Also: how is AI changing the next generation of prosthetics for people with disabilities?
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Fake obituaries have become an online trend. They exploit tragedy for profit and have raised concerns about the reliability of search engines. Marketplace’s Lily Jamali discussed the problem with reporter Mia Sato of The Verge. Her investigation uncovered a network of websites generating this content using search engine optimization, or SEO, tactics. Sato also covered the story of Brian Vastag, a journalist who experienced this abuse when he read his own fake obituary along with that of his ex-wife, who did actually pass away.
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Venture investments fell in the first quarter of 2024 to a near five-year low, PitchBook says. Funds started falling when the Federal Reserve first raised interest rates, and large exits have slowed in the past couple of years. Plus, “another test for the community”: Where Baltimore port workers and nearby businesses stand. Also, how campaign ads shape voters’ economic views and what the Realtors settlement means for buyers and sellers.
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General Electric is breaking up! The megacorporation is splintering off into three separate companies. We’ll get into what that means for one of America’s biggest industrial conglomerates. Also, guest host Amy Scott joins us to discuss the dangers of humanitarian work in times of war. And dynamic pricing is coming for checked luggage. We’ll get smart (and angry!) about airline baggage fees.
Here’s everything we talked about today:
“José Andrés: Let People Eat” from The New York Times“Israel-Hamas war: Aid group halts delivery in Gaza after Israeli strike” from The Associated Press“How José Andrés and World Central Kitchen Became Leaders in Disaster Aid” from The New York Times“We Feed People” documentary from National Geographic “With GE’s split, the last chapter of the Jack Welch era is over” from Axios“JetBlue’s new checked bag fees now depend on the day” from CNN“Why do airlines charge so much for checked bags? This obscure rule helps explain why” from The Conversation“For families that need the most help, child care costs are about to drop” from The 19th“Column: Disneyland is ditching gas cars at Autopia. It’s a great first step for Tomorrowland” from the Los Angeles TimesWe love to hear from you. Send your questions and comments to [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.
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Stocks close mixed; leisure and hospitality sector adds most jobs; service sector expands at slower pace; Powell says the Fed remains on track for rate cuts.
- Visa fler