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What happens if Trump brings back Schedule F?
by
Kai Ryssdal
Oct 31, 2024
It would be the biggest federal workforce shakeup in over a century, turning thousands of civil service positions into political appointments.
Some not-so-scary news for the Fed
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Kimberly Adams
Oct 31, 2024
The latest PCE report show inflation is moving closer to 2%.
The last reading on inflation before the election
Oct 31, 2024
On this morning's show, we'll unpack the latest PCE report and the impacts of former President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs.
All the work that goes into spooks, scares and haunts
Oct 31, 2024
This Halloween, we'll check in with Star Romano of Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor in Long Beach, California.
The U.K.'s budget gets the IMF's seal of approval
by
Leanna Byrne
Oct 31, 2024
From the BBC World Service: The Labour Party's budget includes a $50 billion tax hike to fund public services.
Why AI is Hollywood’s favorite monster
Oct 31, 2024
Superintelligent machines with evil intentions have haunted screens for almost a century. The Washington Post’s Shira Ovide considers why narratives about killer robots and rogue AI assistants make for compelling horror stories.
The consumer spending sweet spot
by
Kai Ryssdal
Oct 30, 2024
You could argue we're fueling job growth while stifling inflation. Plus, car ownership will cost you and small businesses feel economically off-kilter.
For public good, not for profit.
Is Big Tech’s investment in AI paying off?
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Matt Levin
Oct 30, 2024
Plus, some love for the Dodgers.
A delightful surprise for those in the labor market
Oct 30, 2024
We'll unpack what to make of a stronger-than-anticipated payroll report and Google's money-making prowess.
The legal gray area of an Elon Musk giveaway
Oct 30, 2024
The Philadelphia DA has sued Elon Musk over a controversial $1 million-a-day sweepstakes for registered voters.