Feb 26, 2019

Who goes to jail after a financial crisis?

The American economy all but collapsed in 2008, but no CEOs on Wall Street went to jail. Today, we begin three-part series looking at why. Plus: stormy weather for Home Depot and New York City's plan to cut congestion while fixing the subway.

Segments From this episode

Home Depot cites unfavorable weather in disappointing quarter

by Andy Uhler

Feb 26, 2019

Home Depot today reported fourth-quarter sales that disappointed analysts. One factor cited by the company was unfavorable weather conditions. “It was cold, it was snowy, and perhaps worst of all, it was wet,” said CEO Craig Menear in a conference call. Click the audio player above to hear the full story.

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NYC is one step closer to a congestion charge – could other cities follow?

by Tracey Samuelson

Feb 26, 2019

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio have announced joint support for congestion pricing on cars entering Manhattan’s central business district. Under the proposal, which still needs to be approved by state legislators, revenue collected would help pay for improving the city’s dilapidated subway system. Cities like London, Singapore, and […]

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Music from the episode

Race for the Prize The Flaming Lips

This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody) - 2005 Remastered Version Talking Heads

The team

Nancy Farghalli Executive Producer

Maria Hollenhorst Producer II

Sean McHenry Director & Associate Producer II

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