Economy

Best commentary on Greg Smith's exit from Goldman Sachs

Kai Ryssdal opened Wednesday's Marketplace from American Public Media with a stunning personal announcement — he was leaving as host of the show, after nearly 11 years at "Marketplace," because he could honestly say economic news had never been more toxic.

But he kids. To make a point.

Marketplace note: Look who's been making more appearances on the "Marketplace Morning Report." Why it's David Brancaccio, the former host of "Marketplace."


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