Econ Extra Credit with David Brancaccio

David Brancaccio’s economic lessons from “The League.”

We're watching “The League,” a documentary about the contributions that Black baseball players and the Negro Leagues made to America’s pastime.

While most older folks would prefer to age in place, home sharing — like that featured in “Nǎi Nai & Wài Pó” — could offer more older Americans the ability to stay in their homes while reducing the risks of social isolation.

This week, we’re watching “The ABCs of Book Banning” and looking into the economic impact of book bans for schools and blacklisted authors.

“The Last Repair Shop” focuses on the people who maintain the 140,000 musical instruments owned by Los Angeles Unified School District public schools.

Washington's mission to bring economic justice to Arkansas is on display in the Oscar-nominated film "The Barber of Little Rock."

We hear how model and activist Bethann Hardison continues to fight for diverse runways.

Brands’ commitment to change the industry ebbs and flows.

Proposed legislation in New York state would increase labor protections for models, content creators and other behind-the-scenes fashion pros.