Tuesday, February 2, 2010
In this show. . .
Obama wants $30B to boost small biz
The president proposes using bailout funds to help community banks lend more to small firms so they can start hiring again. Will it work? Mitchell Hartman reports.
Greece's debt crisis tests the euro
European Union officials will soon give their verdict on the perilous state of Greece's public finances. Stephen Beard reports markets around the world will be closely watching for an announcement.
Film producers fight over Oscar credit
The biggest moment on Oscar night is when Best Picture is announced and all the producers file onto the stage. But when the nominations were unveiled, there was something missing. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.
Study: 1 in 8 Americans use food banks
A new study by Feeding America says 37 million people receive emergency food assistance from soup kitchens each year. Jeff Tyler reports.
Taking on the job of a migrant worker
Author Gabriel Thompson talks with Kai Ryssdal about his new book, "Working In The Shadows," and his experiences being employed in jobs on the bottom rung of the economic ladder.
Test for consumer agency to come
Almost everything about the coming financial reforms is still up for grabs, except the creation of a new Consumer Financial Protection Agency. Commentator David Skeel says we need to watch out for some impediments.
Letters: Housing, cameras, ink, politics
Kai Ryssdal reviews what listeners had to say about stories involving housing sales, digital cameras, ink cartridges for printers, and money in politics.
Cities take a spin with bike sharing
Cities like Boston, Minneapolis, and Denver are introducing a new way to get around: bike share. But these programs aren't just a ride in the park. Andrea Bernstein reports.
Marketplace datebook for Wednesday, February 3, 2010
- A House committee on technology and innovation holds a hearing on research and development of airline passenger screening.
- Over 500 people from more than 40 countries are expected to gather in Washington to focus on what we eat. The annual Global Food Safety Conference begins.
- And something outdoorsy. The United States Nationals Snow Sculpting competition gets underway in Lake Geneva, Wis.
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