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How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…

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In less than 10 minutes, we’ll get you up to speed on all the news you missed overnight. Throughout the morning, Marketplace’s David Brancaccio will bring you the latest business and economic stories you need to know to start your day. And before U.S. markets open, you’ll get a global markets update from the BBC World Service in London.

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The Fed’s next moves could be a tightrope walk 10:06

1 day ago10:06

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The current economic landscape, marked by tariffs and other policy-driven uncertainty, could be a particularly difficult one for Fed decision-makers to navigate in the next few months. We chat with Susan Schmidt, Portfolio Manager at Exchange Capital Resources, about the latest inflation data and what it means. Plus, federal worker unions are pushing back against the Trump administration’s rollback of collective bargaining rights for government employees. And, the BBC’s Sam Gruet reports on how Canadian businesses are reconsidering their partnerships with U.S. businesses amid tensions between the two countries.…

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Past due: Student loan borrowers under pressure 9:30

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Student loan borrowers saw a bit of a reprieve during the pandemic and the following years, with many lenders stopping repayment obligations and freezing interest accrual. That party is now over, and holders of student debt are under increasing financial pressure amid more widespread economic uncertainty. Plus, a look inside Congress to see why Republican lawmakers are looking to overturn Biden-era rules limiting banking fees. And, the latest mortgage rate data may suggest a loosening in the housing market, but some experts advise against drawing any premature conclusions.…

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Canadian firms reconsider U.S. relationships 9:32

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From the BBC World Service: As Canada’s prime minister, Mark Carney, says the U.S. is no longer a reliable partner, Canadian businesses that work with American companies are facing a tough decision: continue their trading relationships or try to bring more operations and supply chains home. Also, as card payments rise, the UK sees an unintended benefit for children’s health.…

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Get ready for cars to get even pricier 10:06

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President Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs on cars, trucks and auto parts imported into the U.S. This is on top of other import taxes already in effect. Analysts say tariffs will affect a broad swath of the vehicles sold in the U.S. — both foreign and domestic. Also on the show: how executive actions can complicate financial planning, why applications for income-driven college loan repayment plans were reopened, and how to boost civic engagement.…

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The human toll of USAID cuts 9:02

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Supporters of the U.S. Agency for International Development are heading to Capitol Hill today to lobby lawmakers. The cutting of budgets and jobs at USAID has derailed aid programs globally. Aid groups say even life-saving humanitarian programs the State Department had promised to protect are faltering. Children, especially, could suffer. Plus, the heads of NPR and PBS appeared at a House hearing yesterday. We’ll unpack and add context.…

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Trump announces 25% tariffs on car imports to U.S. 8:15

2 days ago8:15

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From the BBC World Service: The global auto industry has been rocked by sweeping 25% tariffs on all imports of cars and car parts to the United States under President Donald Trump. Then, Britain is facing issues familiar to many major economies, including a stretched budget, but the U.K. finance minister has set out how she plans to keep the finances in the black — all while upping defense spending.…

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Why domestic metal prices are rising too 9:40

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Bloomberg News is reporting that the Trump administration is considering implementing tariffs on copper, in addition to steel and aluminum. Companies that buy metal for their products are facing higher prices from both foreign and domestic suppliers. Also on the show: a potential ceasefire in the Black Sea agreed to by Russia and Ukraine and a case before the Supreme Court that involves the digital divide and the power of federal agencies.…

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The Baltimore Port’s recovery a year after bridge collapse 9:20

3 days ago9:20

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A year ago this morning, Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after being hit by a container ship. Six construction workers died, a crucial highway link was destroyed, and shipping at the Port of Baltimore was disrupted for weeks. How have businesses in and around the Port been faring? Plus, Napster may turn into an immersive metaverse for music, and job applications from current and former federal employees are up 50%.…

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Russia and Ukraine to stop attacks on shipping in the Black Sea 8:52

3 days ago8:52

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From the BBC World Service: Russia and Ukraine have agreed to “eliminate the use of force” in the Black Sea after parallel talks with U.S. negotiators in Saudi Arabia. We’ll hear the latest. Then, the U.K. Finance Minister is expected to outline cuts to welfare and government spending. And a BBC investigation has found that instead of being recycled, the U.K. is shipping millions of used tires to India.…

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Opportunities to bet on women’s college hoops lag 8:36

4 days ago8:36

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March Madness is in full swing for both men’s and women’s basketball, but only the former has received a great deal of attention from the sports betting industry. A look at why women’s college hoops, as well as women’s sports in general, are often harder to bet on than their male counterparts. Plus, we look at how economic measures against Chinese shipping could come back to bite U.S. businesses. Also, a glimpse into a new report on how the country is doing on infrastructure. And, we chat with Larry Adam, Chief Investment Officer at Raymond James, about a new report that details the unease in the service sector around recent U.S. economic policies.…

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As Trump disbands economic advisory committees, experts raise concerns 8:21

4 days ago8:21

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Trump Administration’s shuttering of the Federal Economic Statistics Advisory Committee, which brought outside expertise to government economic statistics, has raised eyebrows among economists about potential impacts on independent policymaking. Claudia Sahm, Chief Economist at New Century Advisors, speaks with Marketplace’s David Brancaccio about what the administration’s moves could mean. And, a new report says that wages for low-income workers have risen rapidly in recent years — but that may not tell the whole story.…

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Chinese EV giant BYD leapfrogs Tesla in annual sales 8:14

4 days ago8:14

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From the BBC World Service: Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD has passed $100bn in annual revenue for the first time, putting Elon Musk’s Tesla in second place. Also, a visit to Europe’s biggest construction site in the south of Denmark: a $7.5bn tunnel being built under the Baltic Sea to Germany.

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Possible tariff delays and the stock market 9:31

5 days ago9:31

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The mood of stock investors turned more upbeat today after The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg News reported that some industries won’t get hit with import taxes next week, as previously advertised by President Donald Trump. Among industries where tariffs might be deferred are cars, trucks and microchips. We’ll discuss. Plus: a lawsuit involving weedkiller Roundup (and a promised appeal) and attempts by Mexico to crack down on smuggled Chinese goods.…

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How government funding cuts are affecting cancer research at Duke 9:09

5 days ago9:09

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The Trump administration’s budget-cutting efforts are having a big impact on research universities, even as those efforts face legal challenges. When it comes to medical research, universities often plan years in advance. We’ll hear what uncertainty in funding means for one Duke University research lab. But first: Genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy, and DoorDash is partnering with Klarna to offer buy now, pay later plans for food orders.…

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Turkey’s economy takes another hit as protests rock the country 8:29

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