Bringing economics down to earth

On Planet Money, the economy actually makes sense.

View this email online Welcome to Planet Money The current economic upheaval has a lot of us scratching our heads and scrambling to look up terms like “trade deficit” and “reserve currency.” If only there was a place you could go where friendly voices break down what’s going on in a way that’s fun and easy to understand.  There is a place. It’s called Planet Money.  On each episode of the Planet Money podcast, the hosts tell a sometimes quirky, often surprising story that helps explain a topic you might be hearing about in the news, from tariffs to GDP to memecoins. They walk you through complex concepts using examples from everyday life, like Tupperware and scratch-off lotto tickets, and people you can relate to, like a guy who’s just looking for a fair way to distribute his chickens’ wares during the current egg shortage. And when someone else’s story isn’t enough to illustrate an economic principle, the hosts take matters into their own hands. In the process, they’ve shot a satellite into space, started a record label, made their own vodka, and shorted the entire stock market – all to help you grasp how the things you see every day came to be. Visit Planet Money twice a week and you won’t only better understand money – you’ll better understand the world. Hear the Latest Episode Sign Up for the Newsletter Dive deeper into NPR's most popular podcasts with NPR+. It's a great way to support our work and get convenient perks like sponsor-free listening, bonus episodes, convenient archive playlists, and more. For example, Planet Money+ includes bonus episodes with behind-the-scenes takes, extended interviews, and extra facts we couldn’t fit into the main show. It even includes special playlists to make exploring the archives easier than ever (like when we bought a toxic asset and named it Toxie!).   Explore NPR+ This email was sent by: National Public Radio 1111 North Capitol Street NE Washington, DC, 20002, US   If you have any questions, please submit a help ticket here. Update Preferences  |  Privacy Policy