Marketplace producer Megan Larson lived and worked in Manhattan during 9/11. Her husband worked across from the World Trade Center and shared his story with her.

In their own words, survivors of the terrorist attacks describe the personal impact that 9/11 has had on their lives and career choices. Listen to a montage and share your stories.

Following the 9/11 attacks, many Muslim charities in the U.S. were forced to shut down. But others were able to grow and prosper.

Veteran firefighter and 9/11 first responder Chris Russo says communicating at Ground Zero meant a lot of hand signals and yelling. How much more advanced and resilient is first responder technology today?

Marketplace listeners share how 9/11 changed their perspectives on the role of career and money in their lives.

A few thoughts from Marketplace's Bob Moon on 9/11.

After September 11, the government poured billions into research that is changing our lives.

The shipping business considers the higher costs for security just part of the new normal.

Has the shift in funding and disaster preparedness -- away from natural disasters and towards counter-terrorism -- made America less prepared for Mother Nature?

It's estimated that U.S. private businesses have spent at least an extra $10 billion a year on security since 9/11, for even the least expected sort of threats.