What does peace of mind cost you? That’s what we’re asking this weekend. Safety and security — of your money, your reputation and your person. We’ve got some tips from the LAPD and other security experts. But, not all safety threats are easy to spot. And yes — your social network can put you at risk. Plus, we’ll also ask whether the foreclosure crisis is making people sick. Losing your home can make you lose your lunch.
Segments From this episode
Latest public health problem: Foreclosures
by David Brancaccio
Jun 22, 2012
The stress of foreclosure is causing ill health for some.
The high cost of personal safety
by Tess Vigeland
Jun 22, 2012
The cost of keeping yourself safe varies depending on what you feel is necessary to secure yourself and your property. Host Tess Vigeland learning about owning, and firing, a gun.
Commentary
Rebuttal: Obesity is not a choice
by Marketplace Contributor
Jun 22, 2012
LA Times columnist David Lazarus argues that government should intervene to curb obesity, because citizens cannot protect themselves from the deluge of advertising from the food and beverage industry.
The cost of foreclosure
by Stacey Vanek Smith
Jun 22, 2012
How much does it cost to go through the foreclosure process?
Who is selling and buying your information online?
by Tess Vigeland
Jun 22, 2012
An online security expert tells us what companies are doing about the safety of your personal data online.
European Debt Crisis
Greek economic crisis... Part XXIII
by Tess Vigeland
Jun 22, 2012
What effect is the eurozone crisis cycle having on the rest of the world?
Piggy Bank Award
Piggy for Greece
by Tess Vigeland
Jun 22, 2012
A thank you gift to the people of Athens for not taking the world economy this past week... phew.
Emergency fund 101
by Tess Vigeland and Paddy Hirsch
Jun 22, 2012
Emergency fund advocate Jill Schlesinger joins host Tess Vigeland and Sr. Producer Paddy Hirsch to discuss the foundation of financial security.