Nov 24, 2021

The typewriter as a turning point for working women

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We also look at President Biden’s nomination of Shalanda Young to head the Office of Management and Budget, who would be the first Black woman in the role permanently. Plus, what do today’s economic indicators tell us about the holiday shopping season?

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"California Typewriter"

How the typewriter propelled women into the office

by David Brancaccio and Rose Conlon

Nov 24, 2021

Typewriters were "crucial" to the rise of women's workforce participation in the 20th century, says economic historian Elyce Rotella.

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Add to the list of shortages: infant formula

by Amanda Peacher

Nov 24, 2021

Formula prices have been going up, too.

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The team

David Brancaccio Host

Victoria Craig Host, BBC

Stephen Ryan Senior Producer, BBC

Jonathan Frewin Producer, BBC

Daniel Shin Producer

Jay Siebold Technical Director

Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer

Erika Soderstrom Producer

Rose Conlon Producer

Alex Schroeder Producer

Redmond Carolipio Digital Producer

Jesson Duller Media Producer

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