PBS NewsHour - Making Sen$e Podcast
1) Trump-era Opportunity Zones meant to help low-income communities exploited by investors
Former President Donald Trump's 2017 tax plan created Opportunity Zones -- a program of tax incentives to encourage investment in low-income communities. But as Paul Solman reports, that program has n...Show More
2) As housing costs boom, how home-buyers in one city search for affordability
As the U.S. grapples with the coronavirus, housing costs are skyrocketing. According to the latest S&P Core Logic Case-Shiller index, home prices were up almost 17 percent over the last year -- and in...Show More
As housing costs boom, how home-buyers in one city search for affordability
08:17 | Aug 4th, 2021
3) Exploring the economic argument for a return to open US borders
Since taking office in January, President Joe Biden has made a number of moves to change former President Trump's hardline immigration policies. But just last week, Vice President Kamala Harris delive...Show More
4) How a rise in remote employment may impact post-pandemic work life
Unemployment claims dropped again Thursday, and this week may also bring a clearer picture of what's happening with the job market. As more Americans get vaccinated, workers and companies are figuring...Show More
5) The US has a 'thirst' for immigrant workers. Why do so many struggle to get legal status?
President Joe Biden has said that changing immigration law remains an important piece of his agenda. But the path to new legislation is complex and hardly clear. One of the biggest flashpoints in this...Show More
6) A look into Amazon's employee conditions as the company pushes back against unionization
For almost two months, Amazon workers have been voting on whether to unionize at one of the company's major warehouses in Alabama. The voting concludes today. Since Amazon is the second-largest privat...Show More
7) The fate of bats is hanging in the balance. That could have very real consequences for us
The World Health Organization is expected to release a report on its investigation into the origins of the novel coronavirus in the coming days. Among the many theories is the unproven belief that it ...Show More
8) Millions of Americans saddled with student debt as debate continues over relief
As Washington debates how to provide economic aid during the pandemic, many say one critical component should be part of future deals: forgiving student debt. But determining how much could or should ...Show More
Millions of Americans saddled with student debt as debate continues over relief
07:45 | Mar 3rd, 2021
9) Businesses begin backing away from Republicans after Capitol attack
Since last week's riot at the Capitol, more and more companies are cutting ties with Donald Trump, and dozens of corporations suspended political contributions to the 147 members of Congress who refus...Show More
10) With the economy teetering, millions of Americans try to launch new businesses
With the pandemic raging and the nation's economy teetering, now might seem like a curious time to start a business. But is it? Paul Solman asks the question, and answers it. Transcript: PBS NewsHour...Show More
With the economy teetering, millions of Americans try to launch new businesses
06:50 | Dec 24th, 2020