Google is once again in the hot seat for its privacy practices. The federal government plans to raise money by auctioning electromagnetic space. Making claims of military bravery may land you a nice date or a better job, but commentator Scott Lyon says lying about it is damaging to real veterans. And the streets of Athens are raging in fury over the new austerity measures and reforms — but while some burn down government buildings, others express their frustration through the arts.
Segments From this episode
Congress finds funds in the airwaves
by Bob Moon
Feb 17, 2012
Parts of the broadcast spectrum will be auctioned off to help cover the costs of the payroll tax cut and extended long-term unemployment benefits. Even a sliver of spectrum could bring a big chunk of cash.
Google and others track Apple users
by Kai Ryssdal
Feb 17, 2012
Reporter Julia Angwin discusses her story in the Wall Street Journal detailing the tracking of Apple iPhone users.
Commentary
Military impostors hurt real veterans
by Scott Lyon
Feb 17, 2012
Former Marine and commentator Scott Lyon says impostors give Americans a false view of veterans.
Greek Debt Crisis
Greeks channel financial woes through song
by Stephen Beard
Feb 17, 2012
As Greece faces yet another deadline to adopt more austerity measures and reforms, some Greeks have turned to satire and song to express their frustration and fury over the country's continued economic misery.
Small Talk
Small talk: New car smell, Girl Scout cookies
by Marketplace Contributor
Feb 17, 2012
The news that didn't quite make the headlines. This week: Girl Scouts get high-tech, that new car smell is toxic and getting to Ecuador if you're a retiree.
Weekly Wrap: A nascent recovery
by Kai Ryssdal
Feb 17, 2012
Reviewing the week's headlines on Wall Street and beyond. This week: the budget, a payroll tax cut deal and the stock market.