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Peter produced the narrative podcasts “The Uncertain Hour” and “This Is Uncomfortable.” He also reported radio features for Marketplace’s radio programs, wrote for our website and served as an in-studio and field photographer.
What was your first job?
Dishwasher
What do you think is the hardest part of your job that no one knows?
Video conferences.
In your next life, what would your career be?
Foley artist.
Fill in the blank: Money can’t buy you happiness, but it can buy you ______.
Snacks for the snack desk.
What’s your most memorable Marketplace moment?
Seeking out tornadoes with storm chasers for half a week to report a story about the business of storm chasing. Watching severe storms develop over the prairies of Nebraska was breathtaking.
Episodes by Peter (10)
The Uncertain Hour | Season 4 | Episode 3
This Is Uncomfortable | Season 1 | Episode 23
Love thy neighbor, and pay off their debts, too
Nov 14, 2019Latest Stories (47)
Changing the way we measure inflation could boost Social Security benefits
by
Peter Balonon-Rosen
and Sean McHenry
Oct 6, 2017
Using an index that's representative of retirees would mean a bigger monthly check, but it's a tough sell.
What you need to know about reverse mortgages ... and their new rules
Sep 29, 2017
These mortgages let seniors take out loans, using their homes as security.
Why is Rihanna's makeup line selling like wild?
Sep 22, 2017
Fenty Beauty boasts 40 shades of foundation. Fans say it gives women of color something they can't find elsewhere.
4 things you didn't know about North Korea's economy
Sep 22, 2017
Like, that its economy is actually growing.
With breach after breach, why are our Social Security numbers tied to everything?
Sep 15, 2017
Governments and businesses are turning to biometrics to find a universal identifier.
With DACA's future uncertain, one young recipient pushes ahead with his business dreams
Sep 8, 2017
On the verge of opening his own cafe, Anthoa Munoz's future now teeters on the brink of the unknown.
Where does your donation dollar really go?
Sep 1, 2017
There's a journey between your pocket and the people in need — and a few pit stops along the way.