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Economy

 

FEATURES

  • Jobless Recovery
    A 2007 housing slump gave way to a credit crisis in 2008 that Wall Street had not seen since the Great Depression. Investment banks collapsed or were absorbed by commercial banks. The government rescued some companies as it watched others fold. The resulting credit freeze sent shock waves through the global financial system, giving the U.S. recession the potential to become a global economic meltdown.
    Thursday, February 4, 2010

 

GUESTS

  • Joseph Stiglitz
    Friday, February 26, 2010
    Nobel Prize-winning economist discusses the importance of diverse voices and the focus on Wall Street in tackling the economy.
  • Stephen Dubner
    Wednesday, February 17, 2010
    SuperFreakonomics co-author describes the intersection of good and bad versus wrong and right.
  • Neil Irwin
    Wednesday, February 17, 2010
    Washington Post economic reporter weighs in on the administration's stimulus plan—one year later.
  • Raj Patel
    Monday, January 25, 2010
    The Value of Nothing author addresses whether it's possible to get traction on an agenda to eliminate poverty.
  • Paul Ingrassia
    Friday, January 22, 2010
    Crash Course author analyzes the auto industry's road from glory to disaster and the impact on policymakers and consumers.
  • Charles Bronfman; Jeffrey Solomon
    Friday, December 11, 2009
    Co-authors discuss their book, The Art of Giving.
  • Andrew Ross Sorkin
    Monday, November 9, 2009
    New York Times journalist talks about his book Too Big to Fail, which gives a behind-the-scenes look at how decisions made on Wall Street led to the greatest financial crisis since the Great Depression.
  • Bob Herbert
    Wednesday, October 21, 2009
    NYT Op-Ed columnist talks about the growing backlash over Wall Street bonuses, pressure on the working class and the government's need to address poverty.
  • Rep. Ron Paul
    Wednesday, October 21, 2009
    Former presidential candidate weighs in on the situation in Afghanistan and explains points made in his book, End the Fed.
  • David Faber
    Friday, August 14, 2009
    CNBC host reflects on whether Wall Street has learned any lessons and if the U.S. economy has yet to hit bottom.
  • Rep. Barney Frank
    Monday, April 20, 2009
    House Financial Services Committee chair weighs in on homeownership vs. renting, irresponsible lending and whether the U.S. is turning the corner toward recovery.
  • Jeffrey Sachs
    Friday, February 27, 2009
    Economist discusses the end of American dominance and how the U.S. can afford to do what it has to do globally.
  • Becky Quick
    Thursday, February 26, 2009
    Co-anchor of CNBC's Squawk Box, explains what the administration's mortgage plan means for everyday Americans and offers advice for people facing foreclosure.
  • Sen. Robert Menendez
    Wednesday, February 11, 2009
    Senate Banking committee member weighs in on the economic stimulus package and the Treasury secretary's plan for how the government should spend remaining TARP funds.
  • Suze Orman
    Monday, February 9, 2009
    Personal finance expert weighs in on the battle over President Obama's economic stimulus plan and offers her take on the current crisis.
  • David Cay Johnston
    Friday, January 23, 2009
    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist discusses issues addressed on the first day of President Obama's administration.
  • Peter Gosselin
    Tuesday, June 24, 2008
    Economics correspondent explains how American families are facing a precarious financial situation.
  • Mona Sutphen, Nina Hachigian
    Wednesday, January 30, 2008
    The Next American Century authors weigh in on how the next U.S. president will need to revamp foreign policy.
  • Paul Krugman
    Tuesday, October 30, 2007
    Economist and "New York Times" Op-Ed columnist explains why the middle class in the U.S. is disappearing.
  • Michael Sivy
    Monday, August 20, 2007
    "MONEY" magazine's editor-at-large discusses the implications of turmoil in the credit and stock markets.
  • Michael D. Yates
    Tuesday, May 22, 2007
    Economist shares observations from his travels, as detailed in his book, Cheap Motels and a Hot Plate.
  • Bruce Bartlett
    Tuesday, April 17, 2007
    Former advisor to President Reagan explains why he feels President Bush has betrayed the Reagan legacy.
  • Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee
    Friday, March 23, 2007
    The congresswoman discusses the amendment she co-sponsored extending federal housing benefits for Hurricane Katrina victims.
  • Suze Orman
    Monday, March 5, 2007
    Financial expert explains why making money is harder for women.
  • William Spriggs
    Thursday, January 25, 2007
    Economist discusses raising the minimum wage.
  • Michael Edesess
    Tuesday, January 23, 2007
    Economist and mathematician discusses the underside of the financial advisory industry.
  • Ben Cohen
    Friday, July 21, 2006
    Ben & Jerry's co-founder discusses the need for America to change its spending policies.
  • Christine Chen
    Wednesday, April 19, 2006
    'Foreign Policy' magazine’s senior editor discusses trade between China and the U.S.
  • Dolores Huerta
    Monday, March 27, 2006
    United Farm Workers co-founder talks about the impact of immigration on the U.S. economy.

 

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Published March 19, 2010

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