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Marketplace for Thursday, January 21, 2016

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Explaining low corporate earnings in wake of recent economic uncertainty; why there is a doctor shortage in southern states; and the latest installment of Corner Office with Shinola CEO Steve Bock.

Segments From this episode

Congress turns its attention to high drug prices

by Dan Gorenstein Jan 21, 2016
This may actually lower drug costs.

Lackluster profits create an earnings recession

by Kimberly Adams Jan 21, 2016
That's when profits dip for two quarters in a row. What does that mean for us--and you?

Shinola has perfect timing in Detroit

by Kai Ryssdal Jan 21, 2016
Starting a luxury brand in a bankrupt city isn't easy.

The cure for a doctor shortage: primary care and teamwork

by Lauren Silverman Jan 21, 2016
The key isn’t how many doctors you churn out, it’s what kind.

The hazards of trying to make flu shots mandatory

by Sally Herships Jan 21, 2016
How the flu can mount to a lot of cost for businesses.

Silicon Valley still has a diversity problem

by Kai Ryssdal Jan 21, 2016
But Howard University is trying to change that.
Final Note

The NFL ref whose coin didn't flip is getting redemption

by Kai Ryssdal Jan 21, 2016
The story flipped in his favor.

Music from the episode

Song For No One Miike Snow
Song For No One Miike Snow
Nowhere To Run Martha Reeves & The Vandellas
Nowhere To Run Martha Reeves & The Vandellas
Cirrus Bonobo
Cirrus Bonobo
Fancy Iggy Azalea, Charli XCX
Fancy Iggy Azalea, Charli XCX
Human Beings Matt Pond PA
Human Beings Matt Pond PA

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