ECONOMY

After Hurricane Sandy, Many Chose To Move Rather Than Rebuild

4:29pm August 26, 2016

by Jess Jiang

After catastrophic flooding, it might make sense not to rebuild and insure homes that were damaged. Some neighborhoods have retreated rather than rebuilt and insured. That has a lot of advantages, but it is hard to pull off.

Economy

Examining The Effectiveness Of The Trade Adjustment Assistance Program

6:05am August 26, 2016

by Noel King

There's a part of trade agreements that deals with how to help people in the U.S. who are harmed when jobs move abroad because of trade. It's called Trade Adjustment Assistance. Does it work?

Economy

Oil #5: Imagine A World Without Oil

4:49pm August 24, 2016

Last of five episodes. We follow the Planet Money oil to a gas station. And we ask: What would our world look like if there were no fossil fuels?

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Amber Lakin (front) and colleague Julia Porras work at Central City Concern, an organization that does outreach and job training to combat homelessness and addiction in Portland, Ore. Lakin went through the welfare system and now works with Central City C

20 Years Since Welfare's Overhaul, Results Are Mixed

11:06pm August 22, 2016

The new program did work for millions of families. The idea was that people would be encouraged to find work if they knew their monthly checks would end, but instead, some have been left high and dry.

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Rental Car Companies Face Challenges In Age Of Ride-Sharing Services

4:23pm August 22, 2016

by Sonari Glinton

As more business travelers opt for services like Uber and Lyft, traditional car rental companies are facing new challenges. But companies are fighting back.

The Financial Trials Of Child Care For Working Families

10:07am August 21, 2016

It can be a major budget item for families. Rachel Martin talks to Rebecca Resman, a mother of two, who after trying out several different child care options, decided she couldn't afford to work.

Hopping On Hashtag Bandwagon, Host Rachel Martin Recounts Her #FirstSevenJobs

9:56am August 21, 2016

by Rachel Martin

Social media feeds have been peppered with the hashtag #firstsevenjobs for the past few weeks. NPR's Rachel Martin shares her list, from store window mannequin to English teacher in Japan.

Major Budget Cuts, Porr Ticket Sales Will Force Downsizing For Paralympics

8:41am August 20, 2016

The International Paralympic Committee says there's not enough money to fund the games, which start next month. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with IPC spokesman Craig Spence about the financial crisis.

Rule 40: How The Brands Blackout Impacts Olympic Athletes

8:41am August 20, 2016

An International Olympic Committee rule stipulates that only official sponsors can market around the Games. Oiselle CEO Sally Bergesen tells NPR's Scott Simon why she feels the rule hurts athletes.