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The Two-Way
Central Banks 'On Standby' As Greek Elections Loom
June 15, 2012 Greeks head to the polls on Sunday for elections that could lead to their nation dumping the euro. The ripple effects from that could be severe.
Planet Money
Three Ways To Stop A Bank Run
June 11, 2012 There's a slow-motion bank run happening in Europe, as depositors move their money from financially troubled countries like Greece and Spain to stronger countries like Germany.
The Two-Way
'She Hit Me First,' Greek Slapper Says
June 8, 2012 Sounding something like a first grader, far-right politician Ilias Kasidiaris argues that since he didn't start it, he shouldn't be arrested for a fracas that's gone viral.
The Two-Way
Think Our Cable Chat Shows Are Raucous? In Greece They Slap Each Other
June 7, 2012 When a member of a far-right party had heard enough from a leftist, all Helena broke loose. Water started flying and slaps were thrown. Now, there's a warrant out for his arrest. The fracas is all on video.
The Two-Way
Greek Unemployment Hits Record High
June 7, 2012 The official unemployment rate now stands at 21.9 percent. It's yet another sign of how troubled times are in Greece.
Planet Money
A Front-Row Seat At A Bank Run
June 1, 2012 "They say, 'Thefilos, tomorrow I'm going to need 50,000 euros, cash,' " says a Greek bank teller.
The Two-Way
Greece Sets New Election For June 17; Fear Of Bank Runs Reported
May 16, 2012 The country will try again to form a government. Meanwhile, its president worries about million so euros being pulled out of Greek banks. And talk of a "Grexit" from the euro zone is increasing.
Planet Money
Why A Greek Exit From The Euro Is More Likely Than Ever
May 9, 2012 Will Greece leave the euro? Every time the question arises, a Greek exit seems a little more plausible.
Planet Money
In Greece, Rejecting Austerity Could Mean More Austerity
May 7, 2012 If Greece abandons the euro, its already awful economy will get even worse.
The Two-Way
In Greece, Retiree's Suicide Sparks Protests And Clashes With Police
April 5, 2012 Overnight, Molotov cocktails and tear gas canisters were flying in Athens as what had been peaceful gatherings turned violent. A 77-year-old man's public suicide has reignited anger over austerity measures. He has put a human face on financial pain.
Planet Money
Weirdly, It's News That Greece Defaulted
March 9, 2012 Say you bought insurance that was supposed to pay out if you got into a car accident. Then you got into a car accident. And a committee met and decided that, actually, you did not get into a car accident.
The Two-Way
Greece Takes Critical Step Toward Avoiding Bankruptcy
March 9, 2012 Most of its creditors have agreed to swap their bonds for others worth much less — a move that was needed before Greece could get a much-needed $172 billion bailout.
Planet Money
Bailout, Schmailout*
February 21, 2012 Greece just got its latest bailout. Here's why it won't be the last.
