PBS News Hour - Making Sen$e

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Every week, we cover the world of economics like no other podcast. From an inside look at the massive market for collector sneakers to the corporate costs for businesses that dabble in Trump era politics, Making Sen$e will make you think about economics in a whole new way. Episodes are published every Thursday by 9 pm. Is this not what you're looking for? Don't miss our other podcasts for our full shows, individual segments, Brooks and Capehart, Brief but Spectacular, Politics Monday and more. Find them in iTunes or in your favorite podcasting app. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Episode Date
Trump-era Opportunity Zones meant to help low-income communities exploited by investors
Nov 11, 2021
As housing costs boom, how home-buyers in one city search for affordability
Aug 04, 2021
Exploring the economic argument for a return to open US borders
Jun 16, 2021
How a rise in remote employment may impact post-pandemic work life
Jun 03, 2021
The US has a 'thirst' for immigrant workers. Why do so many struggle to get legal status?
May 20, 2021
A look into Amazon's employee conditions as the company pushes back against unionization
Mar 29, 2021
The fate of bats is hanging in the balance. That could have very real consequences for us
Mar 17, 2021
Millions of Americans saddled with student debt as debate continues over relief
Mar 03, 2021
With millions looking for work, stigmas create a dearth of skilled tradespeople
Feb 18, 2021
How unconventional trading led to turmoil on Wall Street
Feb 03, 2021
Despite rising salaries, the skilled-labor shortage is getting worse
Jan 28, 2021
Trump leaves office facing mounting debt, devalued assets and scarcity of willing lenders
Jan 22, 2021
Businesses begin backing away from Republicans after Capitol attack
Jan 14, 2021
With the economy teetering, millions of Americans try to launch new businesses
Dec 24, 2020
Older workers carry on, even when life itself is life-threatening
Dec 23, 2020
Older workers are facing fewer job prospects and higher COVID risks
Dec 22, 2020
For older workers, pandemic unemployment could be career-ending
Nov 19, 2020
How U.S. history could provide a path out of polarization
Nov 10, 2020
How some older Americans are monetizing their #VanLife
Oct 01, 2020
These retirement-age nomads find work wherever the road takes them
Sep 24, 2020
Is the U.S. government paying twice for coronavirus vaccine?
Sep 17, 2020
Americans are flying much less during the pandemic. Will airlines survive?
Sep 03, 2020
Trump touts his economic policies. What would he do in a 2nd term?
Aug 26, 2020
How Biden says he would rescue a faltering U.S. economy
Aug 19, 2020
How a crumbling antibiotics infrastructure could yield 'catastrophe'
Jul 30, 2020