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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 23 days 21 hours 51 minutes
#681: The Oil Kingdom
For years, Saudi Arabia has been living off one resource and one resource only: Oil. But now, the price of a barrel has plummeted, and the country is scrambling to adapt.
#680: Anatomy Of A Scam
You've seen these ads: "You can work from home and get rich. It's easy. Call this number!" So, what happens when you respond?
#679: You Asked For It
We ponder the origins of money, the economics of Santa, and the business of cemeteries. Why? Because you asked.
#678: Auction Fever
We uncover the secrets of the auction world. There is conniving. There are tricks. Also: Hydraulic hammers.
#283: Why Do We Tip?
According to one theory, we tip because we feel guilty, not because we want better service.
#677: The Experiment Experiment
How much of published scientific research is false? Scientists are trying to figure it out.
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If those are the winning Powerball numbers, this will be our last show. Also: The story of Queen Elizabeth's 1567 lottery, and we meet a man who has won multiple jackpots, no luck needed.
#675: The Cost Of Crossing
Sneaking people across the U.S.-Mexico border is a well established, booming business. Today on the show, we meet a businessman and a client in the evolving industry of human smuggling.
#15: Delicious Cake Futures
On today's Planet Money, the complex economy of one elementary-school lunchroom.
#674: We Cooked A Peacock
In the 1600s, a good spice rub was the ultimate display of wealth. People would risk their lives for a sack of cloves. On today's show, we cook a recipe from the spice trade days.