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Stacey Vanek Smith is a former senior reporter for Marketplace.
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Cell phone ear pieces a must for drivers
Jul 1, 2008
Cell phone while driving bans go into effect today in California and Washington state, and companies that manufacture cell phone ear pieces are thriving. Stacey Vanek-Smith tells us about her initial resistance to the technology.
New obstacles for potential SAG strike
Jun 30, 2008
The contract between the Screen Actor's Guild and the studios expires tonight, and a major sticking point is how to pay actors for work on the Internet. But Stacey Vanek-Smith reports why they probably won't vote to strike.
Bill Gates' management style lives on
Jun 26, 2008
As the co-founder of Microsoft leaves to focus on his charitable work, the business world pauses to look back on the legacy of one of the most successful businessmen in history. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.
Gas stations hitting empty on fill-ups
Jun 20, 2008
Higher gasoline prices are making it tougher for gas stations, pinched between higher costs and tougher competition. They're also getting it harder by credit card fees. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.
Small businesses turn to credit cards
Jun 19, 2008
As banks tighten requirements for loans, many small business owners are relying on credit cards for capital, prompting card providers to offer up special business accounts. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.
Is DreamWorks going Bollywood?
Jun 18, 2008
DreamWorks may join forces with India's Reliance ADA Group. The merger would mean about $500 million in equity for Steven Spielberg's studio. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.
Theaters make ends meet with ads
Jun 16, 2008
Most of a movie ticket's price goes to the studios, so theaters are looking for ways to generate more income from their captive audiences. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.
MySpace looks for an older crowd
Jun 13, 2008
Just a year ago, social networking site MySpace had nearly three times as many visitors as its rival Facebook. Now the two sites are about even. That probably explains why MySpace is getting ready to unveil a big makeover. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.
This Bud's going global
Jun 12, 2008
Europe's InBev has launched a bid for Anheuser-Busch, maker of Budweiser beer. The offer is being slammed by some as unpatriotic. Marketplace's Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.
Municipal Wi-Fi isn't dead yet
Jun 11, 2008
Philadelphia's plan for citywide Wi-Fi has fallen apart, but other cities are starting to see the benefits of providing Internet access. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.