Alice Wilder

Alice Wilder, a Marketplace reporter focused on cost-of-living and food insecurity, dives into the complexities of today’s job market. She shares insights on mixed employment data and how rising unemployment disparities affect vulnerable groups. In an engaging segment, Wilder introduces TikTok creator Kiki Ruff, who promotes budget cooking with her ‘recession recipes.’ They discuss the challenges of grocery budgeting and how Ruff's creative cooking methods emerged from personal hardship. Their uplifting conversation explores the delicate balance between financial uncertainty and culinary creativity.

Alice Wilder, a journalist known for her insightful stories on budget cooking, shares her experiences with TikTok creator Kiki Ruff's “recession recipes.” They discuss how rising grocery prices are impacting families and the creativity sparked by economic challenges. Additionally, they dive into the complexities of the job market, where conflicting reports lead to a deeper understanding of unemployment trends. The conversation also touches on investments in AI, shedding light on the economic forces at play in today's society.

In this enlightening conversation, Alice Wilder, a Marketplace reporter on food insecurity, shares insights on budget cooking and viral TikTok 'recession recipes.' Alan Perlstein, CEO of California Cultured, discusses the innovative production of lab-grown chocolate and its environmental benefits. Mitchell Hartman profiles chefs Tom and Mariah Pisha Duffley, who navigate the busy holiday rush while prioritizing family meals. Finally, Dylan Mietinen dives into the quirky history of Jell-O, exploring its evolution in American culture.