Apr 2, 2015

Marketplace for Thursday, April 2, 2015

Airing on Thursday, April 2, 2015: Speaking at an economic conference in Washington, Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen again hit on the idea that income inequality is a problem. In fact, she called it a "disturbing trend." The central bank’s mandate is clear: promoting full employment and keeping inflation in check. What can (and should) Yellen be doing about income inequality. We explore.

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What can the Fed do about income inequality?

by Tim Fitzsimons

Apr 2, 2015

The Fed's mandate is to monitor only employment and inflation.

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Final Note

New report finds 64 percent of managers "disengaged"

by Kai Ryssdal

Apr 2, 2015

A new poll out from Gallup says half of all employees in this country have, at some point or another, quit their jobs to get away from a bad boss.

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Patagonia tests the limits of sustainability

by Jeff Tyler

Apr 2, 2015

The outdoor clothing company tries to limit the environmental problems its products contribute to.

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California drought prompts 25 percent mandatory cutbacks

by Sarah Gardner and Gina Delvac

Apr 2, 2015

Local water districts will restrict residential use, not agriculture.

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CGI brings Paul Walker back to life in "Furious 7"

by Kai Ryssdal

Apr 2, 2015

It's the latest in Hollywood's attempts to make a believable digital actor.

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China, the economy and Xi Jinping's strategy

by Kai Ryssdal

Apr 2, 2015

The president of China takes over every formal power structure in the country.

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Airing on Thursday, April 2, 2015: Speaking at an economic conference in Washington, Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen again hit on the idea that income inequality is a problem. In fact, she called it a “disturbing trend.” The central bank’s mandate is clear: promoting full employment and keeping inflation in check. What can (and should) Yellen be doing about income inequality. We explore.