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Ending 19 years of Week on Wall Street

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Stockbroker and business analyst David Johnson joined Marketplace in its inaugural season in 1989 and had been a regular ever since.

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by Kai Ryssdal
Marketplace for Friday, August 29, 2008
David Johnson's bio on KRLD website
David Johnson's CEO Spotlight on KRLD website

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Kai Ryssdal is the host and senior editor of Marketplace, public radio’s program on business and the economy. Follow Kai on Twitter @kairyssdal.
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Bill Silvers's picture
Bill Silvers - Aug 29, 2008

Sad news indeed. Mr. Johnson's weekly piece was a highlight of my week's end, and he will be missed. Happy trails, Mr. J.

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Jim Foster - Aug 29, 2008

I'm so sorry to hear that David Johnson is leaving Marketplace. I've listened to him for most of the 19 years Marketplace has been on the air. I've looked forward to his insights and good humor at the end of many a volatile week. He will certainly be missed.

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S Williams - Aug 29, 2008

Why is David Johnson leaving? Where is he going? When was this decided? My husband and I listen every Friday to Mr. Johnson despite our usually being in seperate cities. We call each other up and listen together. Please reconsider.

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Paul Weimer - Aug 29, 2008

I'm saddened.

Ever since I seriously started listening to public radio in 2004, I've looked forward to 6:30 on Fridays, to find out what David Johnson thought of the week in the Markets. His humorous insight will be missed.

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Marilyn Murphy - Aug 29, 2008

I was shocked to hear that David Johnson will no longer be heard on Marketplace. For me, David is a significant aspect of Marketplace and someone I always look forward to hearing from. David's calm philosophical manner and excellent perspective provide necessary balance to the frequent bad news we hear on Marketplace (and to the cynicism we hear when there is good news!) Please, can you reconsider??

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Charles McKitrick - Aug 29, 2008

I know nothing about money or stocks or finance but I always loved listening to David Johnson. It is clear from the other comments that he will be missed. Why didnt Market Place give some details about where he was going and what he will be doing? How about some closure here guys?

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Jose Atascadero - Aug 29, 2008

Agree. David is a great commentator. Will miss him and hope his future is bright.
JA

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Esther Rech - Aug 29, 2008

I am so sad that David Johnson is leaving. I truly look forward to his insightful comments. Why does he have to go?

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ALAN GLENN - Aug 29, 2008

Say it ain't so David!

First Lou Rukeyser and all the great talent he uncovered. Now your commentary will be off the air. Best of luck in whatever comes next. I hope MARKETPLACE will find another insightful thoughtful and fun participant for my Friday night commute home.

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bob mansfield - Aug 29, 2008

I will miss the common sense, straight forward discussions and banter every Friday. I did not see this coming. Is David just leaving for normal retirement, slowdown??

Bob Mansfield

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