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Tuesday

Is price gouging a problem?
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Is price gouging a problem?

Consumers and politicians around the country are making a lot of noise about price gouging. But when do prices cross the line from simply high to something more painful? We talk to an economist to find out.

Is price gouging a problem?

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Friday

The economic war against Russia, a year later

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The economic war against Russia, a year later

On this day one year ago, Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Today, we cover three indicators about the war's economic impact.

The economic war against Russia, a year later

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Wednesday

Why a debt tsunami is coming for the global economy
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Why a debt tsunami is coming for the global economy

Low-income countries are falling behind on their debt payments. Countries like Zambia, Chad and Sri Lanka have already defaulted, and others could be on the brink. Today, we examine the escalating debt crisis in the global economy and how the International Monetary Fund says it's going to help.

Why a debt tsunami is coming for the global economy

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Monday

Artists vs. AI
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Artists vs. AI

Advancements in artificial intelligence are making replicating the work of artists much easier. Some artists are arguing that AI art generators have been breaking the law to do this. Today, we talk to an artist whose paintings are at the center of a class action.

Artists vs. AI

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Friday

CEO predictions, rural voters on the economy and IRS audits
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CEO predictions, rural voters on the economy and IRS audits

We comb through the surveys, polls, and reports so you don't have to! Three caught our attention for Indicators of the Week: one asking CEOs on whether we're headed for a recession, another on the economic challenges facing rural communities, and a report offering further evidence on the high audit rates of low-income workers.

CEO predictions, rural voters on the economy and IRS audits

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Friday

Jobs Friday: Why apprenticeships could make a comeback
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Jobs Friday: Why apprenticeships could make a comeback

Apprenticeships: not just for medieval guilds, but also useful in today's tight labor market! More employers in fields such as healthcare are turning to apprenticeship programs to train new hires for critical roles.

Jobs Friday: Why apprenticeships could make a comeback

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Friday

The secret to upward mobility: Friends (Indicator favorite)
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The secret to upward mobility: Friends (Indicator favorite)

This week, we're sharing some of our favorite Indicator episodes from 2022! Today, we hear one of our most downloaded from the year. This episode originally came out in August.

The secret to upward mobility: Friends (Indicator favorite)

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Wednesday

Interest rates up, but not on your savings account
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Interest rates up, but not on your savings account

When the Fed hikes interest rates, the interest rate on your savings account usually follows in step. But recently, that logic hasn't held up. We ask an economist and a community banker why.

Interest rates up, but not on your savings account

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Friday

Big entertainment bets: World Cup & Avatar
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Big entertainment bets: World Cup & Avatar

The sequel to Avatar has been hyped up for over a decade, but Covid outbreaks in China threaten its box office success. And the World Cup champion will have more than glory to celebrate — its GDP should rise, too.

Big entertainment bets: World Cup & Avatar

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Wednesday

Impact investing, part 2: Can money meet morals?
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Impact investing, part 2: Can money meet morals?

In part two of our ESG series, we speak with two insiders who have been involved with ESG since before it was cool. To them, it's come a long way — and is now mainstream enough to have a real impact.

Impact investing, part 2: Can money meet morals?

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Tuesday

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Impact investing, part 1: Money, meet morals

ESG investing claims to pursue both profits and morals at once. But is it really the future of finance, or just a PR sham? In part one of our series on the topic, a former ESG guy argues the latter.

Impact investing, part 1: Money, meet morals

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Tuesday

The American Dream adrift
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The American Dream adrift

NYU professor Scott Galloway thinks America is drifting — away from investing in a strong middle class, and away from prosperity for all. Today on the show, he brings us the indicators that explain why.

The American Dream adrift

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Monday

Ticket scalpers and the Taylor Swift fiasco (Encore)
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Ticket scalpers and the Taylor Swift fiasco (Encore)

For most people, buying scalped tickets may be the only way to see Taylor Swift's Eras tour. Thanks, Ticketmaster. But economically speaking, the resale market is more complicated than it seems.

Ticket scalpers and the Taylor Swift fiasco (Encore)

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Thursday

The Indicator: How Green Laws Stop Green Projects

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The Indicator: How Green Laws Stop Green Projects

The United States has a goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Without serious changes to lifestyles, that means dramatic investments in green energy. But environmental laws can actually get in the way.

The Indicator: How Green Laws Stop Green Projects

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Tuesday