Oct 6, 2016

Marketplace Weekend for Friday, October 7, 2016

In many other countries, elections happen on the weekends. David McNew/Getty Images

On this episode we take a visit to St. Louis before the debate, we continue our conversation about currency and banking, and a look at Detroit's real estate market. Plus, the power of sonic branding, inspiration from 100 entrepreneurial women and the Marketplace Quiz with Sylvan Esso.

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Inspiration in the company of women

by Eliza Mills

Oct 6, 2016

Design*Sponge founder and author Grace Bonney discusses her new book, 'In the Company of Women.'

Grace Bonney, author of "In The Company of Women."

Christopher Sturman

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The power of sound and selling

by Eliza Mills

Oct 6, 2016

Sonic branding is like a billboard for your ears.

A person looks at their cell phone as Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks at the NAACP National Convention in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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St. Louis voices and the 2016 election

by Kimberly Adams

Oct 6, 2016

Kimberly Adams heads to frozen custard shop Ted Drewes in her hometown to talk with locals about the election and the debate.

Ted Drewes manager Travis Dillon outside the frozen custard shop.

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The Marketplace Quiz

The band Sylvan Esso takes the Marketplace Quiz

by Hayley Hershman

Oct 6, 2016

The pair discuss the pros and cons of monetizing art.

Amelia Meath and Nick Sanborn make up the band Sylvan Esso.

Shervin Lainez

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The Conversation: How do you spend on Halloween?

by Marketplace Weekend Staff

Oct 6, 2016

Budgeting for candy or splurging on the perfect costume? Tell us about it.

Do you have an elaborate costume planned this year?

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On this episode we take a visit to St. Louis before the debate, we continue our conversation about currency and banking, and a look at Detroit’s real estate market. Plus, the power of sonic branding, inspiration from 100 entrepreneurial women and the Marketplace Quiz with Sylvan Esso.