Sabree Beneshore, a Marketplace reporter, dives into the harrowing world of food inflation. She discusses why food prices won't return to previous levels, touching on consumer shifts toward plant-based diets as a response to high costs. The conversation also highlights the ongoing battle against inflation and its impact on child care, particularly affecting working mothers. Beneshore explains the complexities of the supply chain as it braces for upcoming changes, making it clear that the economic landscape remains challenging.

Sabree Beneshore, a marketplace reporter specializing in the restaurant industry, joins to discuss the latest job churn trends across the U.S. Explore how job turnover differs dramatically between the West and Northeast. Plus, hear about TikTok Shop's skyrocketing sales on Black Friday and the challenges facing restaurant owners amid rising debt and shifting consumer preferences. The conversation wraps up with the urgent demand for electric vehicle chargers in multi-family buildings, revealing the evolving landscape of both labor and commerce.

Neela Richardson, an ADP economist, sheds light on recent job market dynamics, emphasizing a hiring spike linked to the Federal Reserve rate cut. Gretchen Blau, a Customs Brokerage Manager, discusses the impact of the East Coast port strike on supply chains. Meanwhile, Marketplace reporter Sabree Beneshore dives into the challenges faced by U.S. manufacturing, spotlighting Boeing's outsourcing dilemmas and its effects on quality. The podcast also highlights a unique summer camp in Wyoming that fosters future conservationists through outdoor activities.