Mar 15, 2022

Oil prices fell. The price of gas? Not so much.

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Plus: Why diesel prices matter even if you don't drive a pickup and what happens if Russia defaults.

Segments From this episode

Oil prices soared, then dropped. But gasoline is still expensive. Why?

by Lily Jamali

Mar 15, 2022

A barrel of crude topped $130 last week and now sells for less than $100. Gas prices follow oil quickly on the way up, slowly on the way down.

Though the cost of a barrel of oil has dipped back below $100, consumers aren't feeling much relief at the gas pump yet.

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Why you should pay attention to diesel prices

by Matt Levin

Mar 15, 2022

Even if you're filling up with regular unleaded, rising diesel costs will find a way to your pocketbook.

Diesel: not just something you see at the gas station.

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What would happen if Russia defaults on its debt?

by Sabri Ben-Achour

Mar 15, 2022

"The long-term implications are severe," one expert says, and can scare away foreign investors.

Russia's economic isolationism may largely insulate global markets should Russia default on its debts.

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High gas prices haven't prompted a spike in EV sales. Besides, there's still an EV shortage.

by Andy Uhler

Mar 15, 2022

Analysts expect drivers to switch sooner or later. But pump prices alone won't drive them to.

While automakers are investing in alternative-fuel vehicles, they’re likely betting that the demand shift to electric vehicles will be more gradual.

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Shelf Life

How “delivering happiness” failed Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh

by Kirsten Grind and Katherine Sayre

Mar 15, 2022

“It was his life’s mission, and it was ultimately his downfall,” write Kirsten Grind and Katherine Sayer in a new book.

In a new book, Wall Street Journal reporters Kirsten Grind and Katherine Sayer explore the life and legacy of famed entrepreneur and Zappos co-founder, Tony Hsieh. Above: Hsieh silhouetted as he delivers a keynote presentation in 2010.

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Music from the episode

When the Night is Over Lord Huron

Jungle (Radio Edit) Tash Sultana

Scenic Drive Poolside

Suddenly Junip

Humbug Mountain Song Fruit Bats

The team

Nancy Farghalli Executive Producer

Maria Hollenhorst Producer II

Andie Corban Producer I

Sean McHenry Director & Associate Producer II

Richard Cunningham Associate Producer I

Dylan Miettinen Associate Digital Producer

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