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

Dec 24, 2019
What’s on the to-do list for Boeing’s new CEO?
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Why the SEC is pulling over BMW, a look at the to-do list for Boeing’s new CEO and a look back on the year in international trade.
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Dec 24, 2019
How the kindness of neighbors saved Christmas
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A look back on the markets a year ago today, and how neighbors can save the holiday season.
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Dec 24, 2019
Does braving the Christmas crush lead to shop bargains?
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A new survey suggest that 12% of shoppers still buying presents in December are only expecting to finish on Christmas Eve. But does leaving things to the last minute actually save you money?
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Dec 23, 2019
Hotels are cleansing themselves of plastic pollution
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The CEO of Boeing is out. China says it’s cutting tariffs on over 800 categories of imports. Those tiny bottles of shampoo you steal from hotels might soon be a thing of the past. Tesco denies allegations of forced prison labor.
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Dec 23, 2019
The kindness of one stranger
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Growth in some of the U.S.’s biggest cities is predicted to slow in 2020. Congress attempts to do something about those annoying robocalls. What a difference $100 can make.
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Dec 23, 2019
China lowers pork tariffs as deadly pig virus takes toll
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China lowers tariffs on more than 850 products to boost trade and domestic spending. Pork producers face huge demand as African swine fever spreads through Asia and causes a shortage. A French factory is testing out a machine that could reduce packaging waste.
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Dec 20, 2019
Pining for the perfect Christmas tree
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Congress’s retirement overhaul incentivizes the use of annuities. The era of tax-free online purchases is over. You can thank the 10-year-old recession and bad weather for your expensive Christmas tree.
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Dec 20, 2019
The new philosophy of philanthropy
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Congress tries to make saving for retirement easier. Half of Americans didn’t get a raise this year. Updating the “Gospel of Wealth” to address modern inequality.
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Dec 20, 2019
Finally… we have a new Bank of England governor
What’s in the new governor’s inbox? The city of Macau looks to develop beyond its famous casino industry.
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Dec 19, 2019
A scooter might be delivering your next same-day package
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Investors seem unperturbed by impeachment proceedings. It looks like Congress will approve the “New NAFTA,” despite the drama. Amazon and UPS are among the companies diversifying into scooters for deliveries.
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