The Marketplace broadcast portfolio is heard by more than 11.7 million listeners each week on more than 800 public radio stations nationwide. We also reach more than 2.3 million listeners across our podcasts.
We are committed to covering business and the economy in ways that everyone can understand, not just those on Wall Street. Our mission is to raise the economic intelligence of the country. To do that, we share economic perspectives and realities relevant to all communities — especially those who often go unrepresented in financial news.
- Content Focus:
Marketplace covers a wide range of economic topics, providing insights into how various events impact the economy and everyday life. The program is known for its unorthodox storytelling approach, which helps make complex economic issues more accessible to the general public
- Flagship Program:
The flagship program, hosted by Kai Ryssdal, has been on air since January 2, 1989, and has become a staple in public radio, offering context and analysis on the economic news of the day
- Public Media Collaboration
While Marketplace is part of American Public Media, it often collaborates with NPR, although they are distinct organizations