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The Indicator from Planet Money

The Indicator from Planet Money

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A bite-sized show about big ideas. From the people who make Planet Money, The Indicator helps you make sense of what's happening in today's economy. It's a quick hit of insight into money, work, and business. Monday through Friday, in 10 minutes or less.
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  • The fired labor economist who couldn't get unemployment

    The fired labor economist who couldn't get unemployment
    Jun 8 2026
    A top labor economist encounters the endlessly frustrating labyrinth of filing for unemployment after getting fired by President Trump. Why are unemployment benefits so hard to get, and can we do anything to fix the system?

    Fact checking by Sierra Juarez.

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    — What you need to know about the job report revisions

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    9 mins
  • Who should new grads boo more? AI or remote work?

    Who should new grads boo more? AI or remote work?
    Jun 5 2026
    Is AI really to blame for young people finding it hard to land first jobs? Is Black unemployment a leading indicator for the rest of the economy? Here’s what the hosts of our Ambies award-winning business podcast think you should take away from the May jobs report.

    Fact checking by Sierra Juarez and Vito Emanuel.

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    — Which jobs are future-proofed?

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    9 mins
  • Equinomics, bag fees, and leftover campaign dollars

    Equinomics, bag fees, and leftover campaign dollars
    Jun 4 2026
    Our listeners have QUESTIONS about the economy. And we have answers. Today on the show, we look at why horse breeding might be slowing down, why airlines charge baggage fees, and where campaign cash actually goes.

    Fact checking by Sierra Juarez.

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    — Can the yield curve still predict recessions?

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    9 mins
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