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Kelly Silvera

Executive Producer

Kelly is an award-winning journalist with more than 20 years of international experience. She’s traveled all over the world leading news coverage of history-making events. Her video-first reporting of global news stories including the Arab Spring has been recognized by the Emmys, George Foster Peabody, United Nations, New York Film Festivals and Britain’s Royal Television Society, among others. Kelly’s work gives the audience access to a range of perspectives while empowering people to tell their own stories. Throughout her career she has elevated underrepresented voices both in media coverage and the workplace. Kelly began her career at BBC London radio while studying journalism at University of the Arts London. Her extraordinary talent is running very fast in heels.

Latest from Kelly Silvera

  • Sep 1, 2023

    Could secondhand shopping ever beat out fast fashion?

    CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JULY 22: (Editorial Use Only) (Exclusive Coverage) Beyoncé performs onstage during the "RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR" at Soldier Field on July 22, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.
    Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

    Fans have flocked to fast fashion retailers for their one-and-done summer tour outfits, but there’s a growing eco-friendly movement to shop secondhand. Plus, climate change drives up construction costs, and the launch of our new “Skin in the Game” podcast following the multi-billion-dollar video game industry.

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  • Sep 1, 2023

    Paris bans rented e-scooters

    Paris bans rented e-scooters
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    A ban on electric scooters for hire has come into force in Paris, the global implications of Africa’s huge debt burden, and a major label signs an AI pop star.

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  • Aug 31, 2023

    Inflation could be sticking around

    Inflation could be sticking around
    Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images

    The July PCE index, which was up 3.3%, indicates inflation is lingering. Plus, Switzerland cracks down on money laundering and Best Buy says there’s a light at the end of the tunnel.

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  • Aug 31, 2023

    What’s so good about PCE?

    What’s so good about PCE?
    Robert Nickelsberg/Getty Images

    Its the indicator all the cool kids of economics look to for the state of consumer spending. Plus, overtime pay and China’s economy.

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  • Aug 31, 2023

    Credit Suisse collapse gives UBS a major boost

    Credit Suisse collapse gives UBS a major boost
    Michelle Limina/AFP via Getty Images

    From the BBC World Service: Think back to the spring — the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank sent shockwaves through the sector, eventually rippling out to Europe and contributing to the end of Credit Suisse. Its rival UBS swooped in, acquiring it through a $3 billion government-backed bailout. UBS has now reported the biggest ever quarterly profit for a bank — a $29 billion gain linked to the takeover. But it’s still pressing ahead with some major cutbacks. Plus, we take a look at the latest gloomy data on the state of China’s economy. And, how are tourist businesses on the Greek island of Rhodes faring after last month’s wildfires?

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  • Aug 30, 2023

    Eviction or not, these tenants are being pushed out

    Eviction or not, these tenants are being pushed out
    Stefani Reynolds/AFP via Getty Images

    Some landlords are pressuring tenants to move out without even filing eviction paperwork. Plus, Hurricane Idalia and Raimondo’s China visit.

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  • Aug 30, 2023

    What’s a fair price for blood thinners?

    WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 29: U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during an event promoting lower healthcare costs in the East Room of the White House on August 29, 2023 in Washington, DC. The Biden administration announced a list of the first ten medicines that will now have lower prices following negotiations with Medicare.
    Win McNamee/Getty Images

    Now, Medicare will get to decide, and then negotiate with pharmaceutical companies. Plus, why the FDIC wants banks to take on more debt.

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  • Aug 30, 2023

    The route most travelled: How migrants are making their way to Europe

    The route most travelled: How migrants are making their way to Europe
    BBC

    From the BBC World Service: The BBC joins the Tunisian Coast Guard as the route from the north African country to Italy becomes the busiest route for migrants into Europe. Meanwhile, army officers have declared control over the oil-rich country Gabon. The BBC’s Africa Editor Will Ross explains what impact this could have. Finally, house sales in the U.K. fall by 20 percent in a month. We hear why from Aneisha Beveridge from Hamptons, a U.K.-based estate agency.

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  • Aug 29, 2023

    Who’s gonna build a renewable energy grid?

    Who’s gonna build a renewable energy grid?
    Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images

    Trades that are higher-paid will likely be covered, but what about all that solar panel manufacturing? Plus, bank stability and U.S.-China trade.

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  • Aug 29, 2023

    A new-and-improved FAFSA

    A new-and-improved FAFSA
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    It will be available to students in December, for the 2024-25 academic year. Plus, a rising demand for venture debt.

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