Latest from Rose Conlon

• Jan 24, 2019

  Ever heard of modern monetary theory?

  

  It’s a way of thinking about the economy. Picture a bathroom sink …

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• Jan 24, 2019

  A flailing auto industry? Not in Kansas (City) anymore

  Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said Thursday that the U.S. and China were “miles and miles” from resolving their trade conflict, and the markets heard it loud and clear. The Milken Institute has released its annual list of best-performing cities, and No. 1 might surprise you. Plus, we travel to the Kansas City which is performing very well thanks to its booming auto industry.

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• Jan 24, 2019

  Flying blind through the shutdown

  Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s days might be numbered, but his potential ouster seems to have piqued investors’ interest as the oil-rich nation’s bonds spiked. As if the partial government shutdown hasn’t complicated the lives of federal workers enough, a second missed paycheck could make things even more difficult for those with child support payments. Plus, how has the shutdown hamstrung economists and investors who rely on government data? Today’s show is sponsored by SignNow, the United States Postal Service and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

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• Jan 24, 2019

  What’s next for Venezuela amid political, economic unrest?

  From the BBC World Service… It’s been a tumultuous 24 hours in Venezuela after the country’s opposition leader declared himself interim president and garnered support from the U.S. and a dozen other countries. So, what’s next for the economically-troubled nation? Then, French automaker Renault is ready to move forward as Carlos Ghosn is still held in Tokyo. Plus, remember the periodic table from your high school chemistry class? Well, it’s gotten a makeover, but this time, rather than being organized by weight, each element is listed according to how much is left on earth. Today’s show is sponsored by SignNow, the United States Postal Service and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

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• Jan 23, 2019

  When the ‘I’ in FBI is put on hold

  Some FBI agents sound off on the partial government shutdown, saying they’re not able to do their jobs properly. We take a quick look at current market volatility. Global leaders are meeting at the World Economic Forum’s summit in Davos, Switzerland is this week, but how important is the gathering, really? Today’s show is sponsored by SignNow, Pitney Bowes, the United States Postal Service and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

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• Jan 23, 2019

  There really is no such thing as a free lunch

  Another victim of the government shutdown: kids who get free school lunches. Plus, as the World Economic Forum gets underway in Davos, Switzerland, we take a look at the summit’s theme this year, Globalization 4.0. Today’s show is sponsored by SignNow, Pitney Bowes, the United States Postal Service and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

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• Jan 23, 2019

  Japan calls for cross-border data sharing rules at Davos

  From the BBC World Service… Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is at Davos today calling for a framework for cross-border data sharing in an effort to spur global economic growth, but what needs to happen for more countries to come on board with the idea? Then, the first criminal trial of U.K. bank executives after the financial crisis begins today as four former Barclays employees face charges over its multi-billion dollar rescue. And, we go to school the Swedish way. Today’s show is sponsored by SignNow, Pitney Bowes, the United States Postal Service and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

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• Jan 22, 2019

  Sometimes let your conscience be your guide

  The IMF’s downgrade of global market growth spooks markets Tuesday. France fines Google $57 million over privacy. Plus, we look at the growing popularity of sustainable, responsible and impact investment. Today’s show is sponsored by SignNow, the Alliance for Lifetime Income, the United States Postal Service and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

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• Jan 22, 2019

  Trillion-dollar babies

  A recent dip in mortgage rates could cause an uptick in home sales. How will food stamp recipients fare if the shutdown continues? Plus, the fertility rate in the U.S. is declining. What does the drop mean for the greater economy? Today’s show is sponsored by SignNow, the Alliance for Lifetime Income, the United States Postal Service and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

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• Jan 22, 2019

  Slowing growth, rising nationalism, but more cooperation between France and Germany?

  From the BBC World Service… Zimbabwe’s president has returned home after cancelling his appearance at Davos. We’ll take you to Harare for the latest. Afterwards, with a backdrop of rising nationalism, slowing growth and less influence, the leaders of France and Germany sign a pledge for closer cooperation in a post-Brexit E.U. But is it more about symbolism than hard commitments? Then, after many world leaders have ditched Davos to focus on problems at home – Brazil’s newly-installed president Jair Bolsonaro will take the stage today. So, what is he hoping to accomplish, and will he catch criticism for not turning focus away from economic problems in his own country? Today’s show is sponsored by SignNow, the Alliance for Lifetime Income, the United States Postal Service and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

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