A little show about big ideas. From the people who make Planet Money, The Indicator helps you make sense of what's happening... more
The origins of competitive gaming are rooted in college campuses going back to the early 1970s. Now a globally popular... more
Gaming provides entertainment and community for billions of people worldwide. However, video games haven't always been accessible to those with... more
People used to pay one standard price for their favorite games in a one-off transaction. But now, many game companies... more
It's highs and lows in this edition of Indicators of the Week! The surprisingly high amount of electricity needed for... more
After the financial crisis of 2008, regulators around the world agreed banks should have more of a cushion to weather... more
When an insurance company can't cover all of its claims, it actually has its own insurance. This is called "reinsurance."... more
Anti-vaccine activists, far-right groups and some religious conservatives convened in Las Vegas this spring to discuss the creation of a... more
We are back to answer your listener questions. On today's show, we explain reverse mortgages and their risks, why insurance... more
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With tax season upon us, many people are paying someone or a software to get their tax returns done. A... more