Marketplace Marketplace

The SpaceX share lock-up period, explained

Jun 12, 2026

Summary

Marketplace examines the uncertain economy, focusing on new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s challenge of managing inflation expectations amid rising energy costs and tariffs. The episode covers SpaceX’s public debut and its insider stock lockup period, while highlighting Alabama’s appeal to recent graduates due to affordability and job growth. Additionally, a listener shares how AI helped him sell his home, and another weaver discusses the growing demand for sustainable, biodegradable willow coffins.

Topics discussed

Sponsors and show introduction Fed meeting, inflation, and wage growth analysis SpaceX IPO and insider lockup periods College grads choosing Alabama for affordability Market numbers and mid-roll sponsors Using AI chatbots to sell a house Weaving willow coffins for green burials Credits and How We Survive promo
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