The Indicator from Planet Money

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A little show about big ideas. From the people who make Planet Money, The Indicator helps you make sense of what's happening today. It's a quick hit of insight into work, business, the economy, and everything else. Listen weekday afternoons.

Recent Episodes

Jobs numbers, immigrants in healthcare, and ... Jesus Christ?
Published: February 13, 2026
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Published: February 12, 2026
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What is going on with gold and silver?
Published: February 11, 2026
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The boxed meal helping Americans stay on budget
Published: February 10, 2026
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Are we in an economic 'doom loop'?
Published: February 9, 2026
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Just how bad are these job numbers?
Published: February 6, 2026
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How college sports juiced Olympic development
Published: February 5, 2026
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Published: February 4, 2026
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All these data centers are gonna fry my electric bill … right?
Published: February 3, 2026
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America's next top Fed Chair
Published: February 2, 2026
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