11/16/11
Marketplace for Wednesday, November 16, 2011
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On today's show, Freakonomics Radio's Stephen Dubner discussed the hidden side of Thanksgiving dinner. We contemplated the possibility of a eurozone breakup. The price of oil is skyrocketing. Robert Reich argued a healthy economy is not about re-distributing wealth. And NBA players have filed an anti-trust lawsuit.
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What happens if the eurozone breaks up?
For all its woes, the 17-member single currency zone is an feat of European cooperation. A breakup would have consequences in Europe and beyond.
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Reich: If the 1% had less, would the 99% be better off?
Join us for a week long commentary series asking that question. We'll hear from economists, academics, and the public.
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Can the ECB save Europe?
The U.S. central bank, known as the Federal Reserve, is the lender of last resort. Its bond-buying orgy bailed out banks during the financial crisis and rescued the economy. But its European equivalent has neither the ability not the will to do the same for the eurozone.
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Gas prices are up, but drivers aren't to blame
The price of crude oil has jumped to more than $100 a barrel. Many analyst blame "speculators." But it turns out, these days "speculators" are often pensions and mutual funds, not just traditional traders.
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Where family ends for super committee and budget cutters
One idea of President Obama's that both parties have taken up is that government has to live within its means, just like families do. But the economics of a government are very different from those of a family.
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Your Thanksgiving turkey is probably a product of artificial insemination
Freakonomics Radio's Stephen Dubner discusses why the turkey industry is built around artificial insemination.
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Toxic chemicals in your baby shampoo
Johnson & Johnson announced today it's going to start removing two toxic chemicals from its popular baby shampoo.
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NBA players file anti-trust lawsuit
The suit looks to finally end the pro basketball lockout, but would also give the players triple the amount of their salaries for damages. The players' lawyer, David Boies, talks about the details.
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