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Alex Schroeder

"Marketplace Morning Report" Producer

Alex is a producer for the “Marketplace Morning Report.” He's based in Queens, New York. Alex joined Marketplace in 2020, working as MMR's digital producer. After a little over a year, he became the show's overnight producer, getting up far before the crack of dawn to put together the day's newscasts with the host and team. Now, he works daylight hours, preparing interviews for the following morning and producing long-term specials and series. Before Marketplace, Alex worked on several national public radio shows produced out of WBUR in Boston. He was both a radio and digital producer with “On Point,” “Here & Now” and “Only a Game.” Alex also worked at The Boston Globe after graduating from Tufts University. Alex's interests outside of work tend to fall into one of two categories: film or soccer. (Come on Arsenal!) He’s always looking for ways to cover the economics of entertainment and sports on the “Marketplace Morning Report.”

Latest from Alex Schroeder

  • A reception desk at London Stock Exchange on August 29, 2019 in London, England.
    Chris J Ratcliffe/Getty Images

    The London Stock Exchange has received an unexpected takeover bid from an Asian rival. Germany’s budget is under scrutiny amid recession fears. We take a look at the human hair trade.

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  •  California attorney General Xavier Becerra looks at a poster that is displayed during a news conference with California Gov. Gavin Newsom at the California State Capitol on August 16, 2019 in Sacramento, California.
    Justin Sullivan/Getty Images

    Americans are borrowing a lot. Apple’s product reveals of late are just “meh.” How will restrictive public charge policies affect future generations of immigrants?

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  • The graph representing the Stock is seen on a TV screen at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on August 14, 2019 in New York City.
    JOHANNES EISELE/AFP/Getty Images

    3M faces Congress over its use of PFAS. What’s the economic impact of Hurricane Dorian on The Bahamas? Recession talk wears on small business.

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  • A customer checks pork meat at a market in Hangzhou in China's eastern Zhejiang province on September 10, 2019.
    STR/AFP/Getty Images

    Pork prices jump 47% in China because of African swine fever. Alibaba’s founder Jack Ma is stepping down. A gloomy mood pervades the Frankfurt Motor Show this year.

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  • Trade warfare, export and import, tariffs, cargo containers, China and the United States

    China’s exports to the U.S. fell by 16% in August ahead of scheduled trade talks in October. California considers a bill to reclassify the employment status of gig workers. And how headphones could help with hearing loss. 

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  • What are some potential obstacles that await Democrats as they prepare to implement the Inflation Reduction Act?
    Nicholas Kamim/AFP/Getty Images

    Congress returns from summer recess to a slate of legislative business including hashing out a spending bill before the end of the month. Gig workers could be reclassified as employees, if a California bill passes. And a profile of one of the “GM Gypsies.”

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  • British Airways planes sit on the tarmac at London's Heathrow airport.
    Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

    British Airways cancels thousands of flights as pilots strike. The U.K. prime minister says he now wants a Brexit deal with the EU. China’s economy sees fresh hit from U.S. trade spat. 

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  • A new phone app could help law enforcement combat “skimmers” at the gas pump
    Sean Gallup/Getty Images

    We talk jobs and markets with Chris Low. Then, we ask about Fannie and Freddie’s privatization. Also, an app to fight pump skimmers.

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  • A now hiring sign is displayed in the window of a Brooklyn business on October 5, 2018 in New York, United States. 
    Spencer Platt/Getty Images

    Job growth is slowing down. What do trade tensions cost worldwide? Also, Florida counties are willing to spend for film and TV.

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  • Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe addresses party members and supporters gathered at his party headquarters dated November 8 2017.
    JEKESAI NJIKIZANA/AFP/Getty Images

    Zimbabwe’s former president dies aged 95. South African businesses face boycotts after a week of looting and violence. And New Zealand is allowing salaries to be paid in digital currencies like Bitcoin.

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