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Oct 7, 2015

Marketplace Morning Report for Wednesday, October 7, 2015

Airing on Wednesday, October 7, 2015: On today’s show, we’ll talk about a timeline for VW and Audi to fix their cars; growing concerns that El Nino may cause drought in certain parts of Africa; and why business boomed in Bastrop County, Texas, after a series of wildfires.

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Segments From This Episode

Feeling lucky? Bet on the Nobel Prize for literature
by Annie Baxter
An author from Belarus is among the favorites on overseas gambling sites.
Africa could face severe drought due to El Nino
by Noel King
TONY KARUMBA/AFP/GETTY IMAGES
The weather phenomenon could threaten Africa's food security.
After Texas fire, business boomed for some
by Andy Uhler
A wildfire's destruction creates a surge of demand for services and rebuilding.
Report finds ‘staggering’ inequities in urban schools
by Amy Scott
First citywide look at schools paints bleak picture.
Swipe right for … your next job?
by Brian Watt
Smartphones and swipes put more power in the hands of job seekers.
PODCAST: Swiping for employment
by David Brancaccio
A strike at Fiat Chrysler, hedge funds, public school improvement, and Tinder for jobs.

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Marketplace Morning Report for Wednesday, October 7, 2015

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Segments From This Episode

Feeling lucky? Bet on the Nobel Prize for literature

Africa could face severe drought due to El Nino

After Texas fire, business boomed for some

Report finds ‘staggering’ inequities in urban schools

Swipe right for … your next job?

PODCAST: Swiping for employment