The Indicator from Planet Money
Episodes
Polymarket bots, lithium found: lots!, marathon shoe thoughts
The hosts discuss three economic indicators: a study revealing that bots and top traders dominate profits on Polymarket; the US Geological Survey’s discovery of 2.
The UAE wants a dollar lifeline
The UAE and other Gulf allies have requested U.
The new economic arms race
Hosts Adrienne Ma and Julia Ritchie interview Edward Fishman about the rise of economic warfare through "choke points" like the US dollar and supply chains.
Jan. 6ers already got pardoned. Will they get their money back too?
This episode explores whether pardoned January 6th defendants can reclaim fines paid to the U.
Premium and affordable products are having a moment
The Indicator hosts Robert Smith and Adrian Ma present the "Beige Awards," highlighting economic anecdotes from the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book.
The Devil Wears Prada Index, SNAP, and flight cancellations
This episode of The Indicator covers three economic stories: airlines canceling flights due to surging fuel costs from geopolitical conflict, leading…
How to get your tariff cash back
Following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down Trump-era tariffs, U.
The Iran war puts the petrodollar regime to the test
The Indicator explores the origins of the petrodollar system, which emerged from the 1973 oil shock and a 1974 agreement between the U.
Corporate landlords aren't the real villain
This episode examines whether banning corporate landlords would improve housing affordability, sparked by the bipartisan 21st Century Road to Housing Act.
Is anyone gonna do anything about these Iran War trades?
This episode investigates suspicious futures trades made just before President Trump announced a pause in strikes on Iran, raising insider trading concerns.
Fed chair, health care, and AI shoe repair
This episode of The Indicator covers three economic stories: a 14% surge in unpaid ACA bills due to rising premiums and adverse selection; Kevin…
Fixing the oil crisis might not fix the Persian Gulf
This episode examines how the war with Iran is devastating Gulf economies beyond just oil revenue losses from the Strait of Hormuz closure.
Think the oil shock is bad in the US? Look here
This episode examines how the global oil crisis, triggered by Middle East conflicts and Strait of Hormuz closures, impacts three distinct nations.
How the workplace helps you win Survivor
This episode explores how professional skills translate to winning Survivor, featuring interviews with three champions: Yul Kwan, Kyle Frazier, and Savannah Louie.
Can you really do what you love?
This episode explores whether everyone can turn their passion into a career, featuring venture capitalist Bill Gurley’s advice on chasing curiosity, finding mentors, and leveraging peers.