Jan 5, 2015

Marketplace for Monday January 5, 2015

Airing on Monday January 5, 2015: Germany's chancellor, Angela Merkel, is the latest to warn of a Greek exit – or "Grexit" – from the Eurozone if the anti-austerity Syriza party comes to power. We look at whether a "Grexit" would harm Europe more now that it would have a few years ago. Plus, why falling gas prices could lead to new taxes on gas.

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Why chicken wings cost more this time of year

by Kai Ryssdal

Jan 5, 2015

With the Super Bowl and March Madness around the corner, expect to pay more.

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Learning Curve

Training urban teachers who stay

by Amy Scott

Jan 5, 2015

To prevent high teacher turnover, an urban training program takes a page from medical profession.

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Are low oil prices an opening for a carbon tax?

by Scott Tong

Jan 5, 2015

If a tax is not imposed on carbon-dioxide emissions, gas is artificially underpriced.

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Meet Belty, a smart belt that expands with your waist

by Kai Ryssdal

Jan 5, 2015

At consumer electronics show in Las Vegas, wearable tech is a trend.

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Auto profits rebound, but wages don't follow

by Adam Allington

Jan 5, 2015

Is a job as an autoworker still a gateway to the middle class?

Workers build a Ford Focus on the assembly line at Ford's assembly plant in Wayne, Michigan.

Bill Pugliano/Getty Images

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Airing on Monday January 5, 2015: Germany’s chancellor, Angela Merkel, is the latest to warn of a Greek exit – or “Grexit” – from the Eurozone if the anti-austerity Syriza party comes to power. We look at whether a “Grexit” would harm Europe more now that it would have a few years ago. Plus, why falling gas prices could lead to new taxes on gas.