Brian Allison

Technical Director

Brian is a technical director with the media production team at Marketplace. His job is to make sure the shows get on the air and sound as good as they can.

Before coming to Marketplace in 2016, he was a freelance audio engineer with clients such as Nickelodeon, Disney and Los Lonely Boys. Prior to that, he worked as an engineer at Interscope Records in Los Angeles with artists such as Usher, Christina Aguilera, Black Eyed Peas and American Idol.

Brian graduated from Berklee College of Music in 2008 with a degree in music production and engineering.

Latest from Brian Allison

Aug 28, 2020
The hunt for missing inflation
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The Fed will tolerate slightly higher levels of inflation. Plus, a failed cybersecurity attack on a Tesla factory. Also, the pandemic has complicated emergency response efforts for those evacuating to escape Hurricane Laura. And, pro athletes agitate for social change.
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Aug 28, 2020
The RNC and DNC talked about two very different economies
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At both conventions, the economy figured prominently. But what’s the reality of where it’s at and where it’s headed? Plus, blackouts in California point to another reality: The entire U.S. has an old electric grid in need of upgrades.
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Aug 28, 2020
Japan’s prime minister resigns for health reasons
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Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has announced his resignation, citing health reasons which he said could get in the way of decision-making. And, some unconventional ways to take the stress off during the pandemic.
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Aug 27, 2020
Another million people filed for unemployment
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Weekly initial jobless claims have been below 1 million just once in the past five months. Plus, how many people are also losing health insurance when they lose their jobs? And, the latest on Hurricane Laura.
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Aug 27, 2020
Where are the unemployed turning to for health insurance?
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People without jobs are losing their incomes and likely their health insurance, too. Plus, TikTok’s CEO is leaving. And, what it’s like doing business between the U.S. and China right now.
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Aug 27, 2020
TikTok boss quits after 3 months
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TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer has quit ahead of an impending U.S. ban. The EU’s trade commissioner has also resigned, amid accusations of breaching COVID-19 guidelines. And, Trump’s promise to bring 1 million jobs back from China.
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Aug 26, 2020
Why investors have nowhere to go but the stock market
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It has to do with interest rates. Plus, Teva Pharmaceuticals charged with price-fixing. Also, the data on the U.S.-China trade deal. And, how cutting payroll taxes could contribute to the depletion Social Security benefits.
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Aug 26, 2020
Doctors strike in South Korea
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Tens of thousands of trainee doctors in South Korea have gone on strike, despite the resurgence of the coronavirus. And, new research shows London businesses are reluctant to send workers back to the office in the future.
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Aug 26, 2020
The Fed is rethinking inflation
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On Thursday, Fed Chair Jerome Powell is expected to announce a change in how the Fed handles inflation. Plus, why business travel by airplane may never be the same. And, thinking more about flood risk when considering buying a home.
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Aug 25, 2020
The U.S.-China trade deal is alive and well, officials say
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U.S. and China trade officials spoke by phone Monday night. Plus, furloughs are set to hit Delta Airlines pilots this fall. And, research suggests that differences in the way men and women network could play a role in gender gaps.
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