Janet Nguyen
Digital Reporter
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Janet is a reporter with the Marketplace digital team.
Episodes by Janet (4)
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What types of infrastructure spending have the best long-term economic results?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 30, 2024
Roads, utilities and telecommunications provide some of the greatest economic returns.
This is how an Olympian makes money between Games
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Janet Nguyen
and Tony Wagner
Aug 30, 2024
Plus, comedian Josh Gondelman defends his splurge in this week's "This Is Uncomfortable" newsletter.
What cash prizes do Paralympians win if they medal?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 28, 2024
Paralympians recently started receiving as much as Olympians for each gold, silver and bronze. That extra amount helps these athletes, who have to pay a lot of money for training and equipment.
Are McDonald’s collector cups worth more than the liquid assets inside?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 27, 2024
McDonald's has released multiple cup collections over the years. We spoke to a memorabilia expert on whether you should buy, sell or hold.
Why do websites still use CAPTCHA?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 23, 2024
They’re annoying to humans, but they can stop the bots.
How do athletes in niche sports like breaking, table tennis and artistic swimming make money?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 23, 2024
These athletes can find work coaching others, doing corporate events and getting gigs in the entertainment industry.
How do Treasury bonds work?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 16, 2024
We looked at where you can buy Treasury securities and when they’re up for auction.
The Olympic Village offers free health care. Here’s how much it would cost in the U.S.
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 9, 2024
U.S. rugby star Ariana Ramsey received medical services at no charge, then lamented the expenses faced by Americans back home.
How did the Red Hot Chili Peppers go from the concert stage to the T-shirt you're wearing?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 9, 2024
Companies working on behalf of bands approach big-box retailers to see if they want to carry any merch.
Can you live in the Olympic Village after the games are over?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 9, 2024
Some countries are able to convert the Olympic Village into residential housing, but the price is out of reach for many.