Nicholas Guiang
Latest Stories (36)
As hurricanes get more severe, how do insurers calculate risk?
by
Amy Scott
and Nicholas Guiang
Jul 4, 2023
Risks and costs are rising, largely due to climate change, but where the risk hits is key, a veteran "catastrophe modeler" says.
Whitewashing: the rewritten past of a home
Jun 28, 2023
Families of color must often take extreme measures to show the value of their home.
Former teacher finds creative flow in new art career
Jun 20, 2023
Eve Leonard says her transition from education to entertainment has been eye-opening and satisfying.
E-commerce and running a business 24/7
Jun 9, 2023
In a world connected via the internet, small businesses are taking advantage of social media to promote their brand.
A Florida bar for humans and man's best friend
May 29, 2023
Despite core inflation falling in April, one Florida small business is still feeling the pain of higher prices for beer and cleaning supplies.
Cord-cutters threaten the existence of regional sports networks
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Nicholas Guiang
May 26, 2023
Lost cable fees mean reduced rights payments to teams. It's uncertain how it will all play out, says Ben Strauss of The Washington Post.
Vendor fees are among the biggest expense for Reno food truck
May 18, 2023
As a small business, TukTuk YumYum Sweet Treats often struggles to reach the threshold of a bulk order when purchasing supplies. This means they often still pay retail prices.
A wetter winter raised hopes for better yield in the Corn Belt
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Nicholas Guiang
May 9, 2023
"Prices have stayed strong," reports Keith Alverson, a South Dakota farmer whose financial management includes trading grain electronically.
Chocolate is a sweet tradition for Mother's Day
May 8, 2023
Kristin Thalheimer Bingham, who's prepping her store for last-minute buyers, always works to keep her offerings interesting and relevant.
The way of water: Running a business on the banks of the Wisconsin River
Apr 17, 2023
As seasonal businesses focus on inflation and new hires for the summer, the shadow of a possible recession looms in the background.