Maria Hollenhorst

Senior Producer

Maria Hollenhorst is based in Los Angeles, California.

She produces content for Marketplace’s flagship broadcast including host interviews, economic explainers, and personal stories for the “Adventures in Housing” and “My Economy” series. Her work has been recognized by the Association for Business Journalists Best in Business Awards.

When not making radio, she can be found hiking, skiing, jogging, roller-blading, or exploring this beautiful world. Originally from Salt Lake City, Utah, she wound her way into journalism after graduating from the University of Utah. She has a deep appreciation for trees.

Latest from Maria Hollenhorst

May 20, 2025
Which companies can "eat" Trump's tariffs?
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Home Depot is in a better position to keep prices as-is than, say, Walmart. Plus: a Black-owned coffee brand, natural gas turbines and tariff-savvy shopping.
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May 19, 2025
"Buy Canadian" boycott takes off
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Canadians are shunning U.S. goods in protest of President Trump’s policies. Plus, what’s changed since that National Association of Realtors lawsuit and how homeowners are feeling right now.
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May 16, 2025
Redefining the "college senior"
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Today, we’ll visit a college outside of Baltimore that offers retirees the benefits of campus life. Also: strong growth at a Michigan small business and low credit appetite among consumers.
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May 15, 2025
When stressed consumers and higher prices collide
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New reports show that’s the direction our economy’s headed in. Plus, stuck homebuilders, stressed small farmers and cautiously optimistic Canadians.
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May 14, 2025
That "big, beautiful" tax bill could shock the bond market
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Historically, the bond market is eager to buy up U.S. Treasury bonds. But this isn’t a typical economic moment. Plus, high-speed rail and the importance of location for a first-time homebuyers.
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May 13, 2025
So, when will we see those tariff price hikes?
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Retailers are more likely to bump up prices by a large chunk down the line than inch them up month to month. Plus, Coinbase joins the S&P 500 and retailers report on their economic realities.
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May 12, 2025
U.S. and China hit pause on tariff war
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For the next 90 days, the two countries will temporarily ease tariffs on each other’s goods. But what does that mean for the broader economy and the damage already done?
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May 9, 2025
Uncertainty is the name of the game
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This week, the Federal Reserve opted to leave short-term interest rates alone, despite concerns about the rising risks of a weakening U.S. economy. Plus, why NOAA is retiring its billion-dollar disaster database.
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May 8, 2025
What we're expecting
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Consumers aren’t very optimistic — but what does that mean for the economy? Plus, student loan debt and the Port of Baltimore.
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May 7, 2025
U.S. to talk trade with China
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Top officials from both countries will meet in Geneva this week. Plus, a small business owner reopens after Hurricane Helene and one young mom discusses her economic reality.
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