PBS NewsHour - Making Sen$e

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

Recent Episodes
  • Trump-era Opportunity Zones meant to help low-income communities exploited by investors
    Nov 11, 2021 – 9:17
  • As housing costs boom, how home-buyers in one city search for affordability
    Aug 4, 2021 – 8:17
  • Exploring the economic argument for a return to open US borders
    Jun 16, 2021 – 8:57
  • How a rise in remote employment may impact post-pandemic work life
    Jun 3, 2021 – 9:19
  • The US has a 'thirst' for immigrant workers. Why do so many struggle to get legal status?
    May 20, 2021 – 8:11
  • A look into Amazon's employee conditions as the company pushes back against unionization
    Mar 29, 2021 – 8:09
  • The fate of bats is hanging in the balance. That could have very real consequences for us
    Mar 17, 2021 – 8:25
  • Millions of Americans saddled with student debt as debate continues over relief
    Mar 3, 2021 – 7:45
  • With millions looking for work, stigmas create a dearth of skilled tradespeople
    Feb 18, 2021 – 8:37
  • How unconventional trading led to turmoil on Wall Street
    Feb 3, 2021 – 7:07
  • Despite rising salaries, the skilled-labor shortage is getting worse
    Jan 28, 2021 – 7:09
  • Trump leaves office facing mounting debt, devalued assets and scarcity of willing lenders
    Jan 22, 2021 – 7:36
  • Businesses begin backing away from Republicans after Capitol attack
    Jan 14, 2021 – 6:10
  • With the economy teetering, millions of Americans try to launch new businesses
    Dec 24, 2020 – 6:50
  • Older workers carry on, even when life itself is life-threatening
    Dec 23, 2020 – 7:43
  • Older workers are facing fewer job prospects and higher COVID risks
    Dec 22, 2020 – 6:30
  • For older workers, pandemic unemployment could be career-ending
    Nov 19, 2020 – 8:07
  • How U.S. history could provide a path out of polarization
    Nov 10, 2020 – 6:40
  • How some older Americans are monetizing their #VanLife
    Oct 1, 2020 – 8:14
  • These retirement-age nomads find work wherever the road takes them
    Sep 24, 2020 – 8:46
  • Is the U.S. government paying twice for coronavirus vaccine?
    Sep 17, 2020 – 11:04
  • Americans are flying much less during the pandemic. Will airlines survive?
    Sep 3, 2020 – 8:17
  • Trump touts his economic policies. What would he do in a 2nd term?
    Aug 26, 2020 – 6:17
  • How Biden says he would rescue a faltering U.S. economy
    Aug 19, 2020 – 6:40
  • How a crumbling antibiotics infrastructure could yield 'catastrophe'
    Jul 30, 2020 – 7:59
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