Explaining The Government’s Debt Ceiling, The Greatness Of ‘Antiques Roadshow’

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A public policy and affairs expert helps us understand what the federal government’s ceiling on borrowing money is, and why it has traditionally been raised on a regular basis by Congress. Then a journalist shares what they believe they’ve found to be the reasons why long-running TV show “Antiques Roadshow” has stayed so popular.

Featured in this Show

  • Why Do We Have A Debt Ceiling In The First Place?

    A familiar fight is brewing between Republicans and Democrats in Congress over whether to raise the debt ceiling. We’ll talk about what could happen if they fail to reach a deal, and why there’s ceiling on the amount the U.S. government can borrow in the first place.

  • The Enduring Popularity Of 'Antiques Roadshow'

    The popular PBS program “Antiques Roadshow” has been airing for nearly 25 years appraising people’s beloved antiques, breaking good and bad news across the nation, and even overseas. We talk with a journalist who tries to get to the bottom of just what it is that makes the show so compelling and universally loved.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Natalie Guyette Producer
  • Donald Kettl Guest
  • Stephen Lurie Guest

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