When Personalization Leads To Discrimination On AirBnB
In the sharing economy, the goal to personalize the exchange can have some unintended consequences. The Hidden Brain podcast explores how discrimination plays out on AirBnB.
Economy
Many Grouchy, Error-Prone Workers Just Need More Sleep
Sleep researchers say about 30 percent of employees at big firms are so tired they're making as many mistakes as if they were coming to work drunk. Some offices now have "napping pods."
#AirbnbWhileBlack: How Hidden Bias Shapes The Sharing Economy
The sharing economy is making online transactions far more personal, which can lead to some unintended consequences.
How Much Money Do Uber Drivers Really Make? Send Us Your Screenshots
The company sometimes promotes up to $35 an hour to draw in new drivers, but how much do drivers generally make? Drivers, send us a screenshot of your recent week.
Congress Considers Plan To Restructure Puerto Rico's $72 Billion Debt
Puerto Rico is short of cash and at risk of defaulting on a $400 million debt payment due May 1. House speaker Paul Ryan pledged to have a plan ready by then to help Puerto Rico find a way to repay its more than $70 billion debt.
FACT CHECK: Bernie Sanders And Whether Poor Americans Vote
One of Sanders' stats may be off, but it's true that low-income Americans vote in far smaller numbers than their higher-income counterparts.
Could You Come Up With $400 If Disaster Struck?
Almost half of Americans say they couldn't — including people in the middle class. Writer Neal Gabler says it's time to stop saying that anyone can be rich with just hard work.
As Farmers Age, The Plan To Turn Veterans On To Agriculture
As American farmers are getting older, a younger cohort is entering the civilian workforce. Government programs are trying to help veterans become farmers for reasons both economic and therapeutic.
Beverly Hills Plans For Driverless Shuttle Program
Beverly Hills Mayor John Mirisch tells Rachel Martin about his city's plan to connect residents to a new metro line using driverless shuttles.
A Nation Engaged: Trade Stirs Up Sharp Debate In This Election Cycle
Americans shared their views on trade with NPR and member stations. One thing is clear: Millions of voters have deep feelings about trade — and often are at odds with each other about it.