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Planet Money

Wanna see a trick? Give us any topic and we can tie it back to the economy. At Planet Money, we explore the forces that shape our lives and bring you along for the ride. Don't just understand the economy – understand the world.

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Two music indicators

Dec 11, 2021
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Is a Stradivarius just a violin? (Classic)

Dec 8, 2021
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Consider the lobstermen

Dec 4, 2021
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A locked door, a secret meeting and the birth of the Fed (Classic)

Dec 2, 2021
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Day of the Debt

Nov 26, 2021
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You asked for real raises, free shipping, and a special delivery

Nov 25, 2021
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A trunk full of truffles (Update)

Nov 20, 2021
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Of boats and boxes

Nov 17, 2021
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Auction fever (Classic)

Nov 12, 2021
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Planes, trains and bad bridges

Nov 11, 2021