PBS News Hour - Making Sen$e

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  • 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
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Episodes
  • Trump-era Opportunity Zones meant to help low-income communities exploited by investors

    Trump-era Opportunity Zones meant to help low-income communities exploited by investors
    Nov 11 2021
    Former President Donald Trump's 2017 tax plan created Opportunity Zones -- a program of tax incentives to encourage investment in low-income communities. But as Paul Solman reports, that program has not necessarily spurred economic growth and jobs in distressed communities the way it had been envisioned. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    9 mins
  • As housing costs boom, how home-buyers in one city search for affordability

    As housing costs boom, how home-buyers in one city search for affordability
    Aug 4 2021
    As the U.S. grapples with the coronavirus, housing costs are skyrocketing. According to the latest S&P Core Logic Case-Shiller index, home prices were up almost 17 percent over the last year -- and in many places, the jump was worse. Economics correspondent Paul Solman turns to potential home-buyers in Boise, Idaho, one of the many areas in the country that has seen a stark increase in prices. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    8 mins
  • Exploring the economic argument for a return to open US borders

    Exploring the economic argument for a return to open US borders
    Jun 16 2021
    Since taking office in January, President Joe Biden has made a number of moves to change former President Trump's hardline immigration policies. But just last week, Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a tough message in Guatemala, telling its citizens not to come to the U.S. For the series "Making Sense," Paul Solman explores the economic debate around fully opening the country's borders. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    9 mins

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