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Marketplace for Thursday, April 2, 2015
Apr 2, 2015

Marketplace for Thursday, April 2, 2015

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Airing on Thursday, April 2, 2015: Speaking at an economic conference in Washington, Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen again hit on the idea that income inequality is a problem. In fact, she called it a "disturbing trend." The central bank’s mandate is clear: promoting full employment and keeping inflation in check. What can (and should) Yellen be doing about income inequality. We explore.

Segments From this episode

What can the Fed do about income inequality?

Apr 2, 2015
The Fed's mandate is to monitor only employment and inflation.

New report finds 64 percent of managers "disengaged"

Apr 2, 2015
A new poll out from Gallup says half of all employees in this country have, at some point or another, quit their jobs to get away from a bad boss.

Patagonia tests the limits of sustainability

Apr 2, 2015
The outdoor clothing company tries to limit the environmental problems its products contribute to.

California drought prompts 25 percent mandatory cutbacks

Apr 2, 2015
Local water districts will restrict residential use, not agriculture.

CGI brings Paul Walker back to life in "Furious 7"

Apr 2, 2015
It's the latest in Hollywood's attempts to make a believable digital actor.

China, the economy and Xi Jinping's strategy

Apr 2, 2015
The president of China takes over every formal power structure in the country.

Airing on Thursday, April 2, 2015: Speaking at an economic conference in Washington, Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen again hit on the idea that income inequality is a problem. In fact, she called it a “disturbing trend.” The central bank’s mandate is clear: promoting full employment and keeping inflation in check. What can (and should) Yellen be doing about income inequality. We explore.

Music from the episode

Tightrope WALK THE MOON
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