Marketplace

  • Can Girls Build It?

    Yes they can! Teenage girls in California consider jobs in construction, a field where women make up only 2.6% of the workforce.

    Listen — 3:28

  • Who Owns Sunken Treasure?

    Colombia announces its found a 300-year-old ship full of treasure. But who owns that treasure? That’s tricky. Bring on the lawsuits.

    Listen — 2:10

  • Who Writes The Tax Code?

    So many presidential candidates are promising to reform or eliminate the tax code. Rick Stone of Nebraska thinks they’re getting it wrong.

    Listen — 3:56

  • Should You Text Your Doctor?

    While some aspects are positive, texting with a health care professional can be ethically problematic.

    Listen — 2:24

  • The Business of Cattle

    These days, cowboys need a lot of market knowledge to make it as successful cattle ranchers.

    Listen — 3:58

  • Workplace Violence Training

    The growth of workplace violence has increased demand for safety programs that train employees to respond to an active shooter.

    Listen — 1:28

  • A Car Vending Machine

    A giant car vending machine serves as Carvana’s brick and mortar location. The online auto retailer says it’s more than just a gimmick.

    Listen — 3:36

  • Vietnam’s Rising Sea Levels

    Changing water levels from climate change has had an acute effect on Southeast Asia’s river systems and the farmers who rely on it.

    Listen — 3:17