We dig into the partisan debate over the enhanced unemployment benefits being paid out by the federal government. Then, we dive into the history of air conditioning.
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How Enhanced Unemployment Benefits Affected The Employment Rate And The Economy
The effect of enhanced unemployment benefits on the economy has become a partisan issue. An economist from Columbia University compared what happened in states that ended the benefits early with those that kept them in place. We talk to him about the findings.
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The history, culture and future of air conditioning
A century ago, the modern convenience of air conditioning was invented at a printing plant in Brooklyn. Today, almost 90 percent of American households have air-conditioning. On these dog days of summer, we’re looking back at the history of air-conditioning, examining our dependence on it, and considering its future in conjunction with climate change.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Kyle Coombs Guest
- Penelope Green Guest
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