Tariffs Quietly Surge, Raising Prices For Everyday Shoppers
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People Mentioned
- James Sneed (Planet Money Producer) - His personal experience with tariffs on an imported collectible toy from Canada formed the central narrative of the episode, illustrating how tariffs can directly impact consumers.
- Lenny Feldman (Managing Partner at Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg) - A customs and trade law expert who explained the intricacies of tariffs, the de minimis exemption, and the role of express couriers in collecting duties.
- Alberto Cavallo (Economist at Harvard Business School) - Discussed his research on tracking prices of hundreds of thousands of products to determine the impact of tariffs on consumer prices in the US economy.
Organizations & Institutions
- Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg - The customs and trade law firm where Lenny Feldman is a managing partner, providing expertise on international shipping and tariffs.
- Harvard Business School - The institution where Alberto Cavallo conducts his research on the economic impact of tariffs.
- UPS (United Parcel Service) - The shipping carrier involved in James Sneed's experience with tariffs, collecting duties and fees for imported packages.
- US Customs and Border Protection - The government agency responsible for enforcing customs laws and collecting tariffs on imported goods.
TV Shows & Characters
- "Arthur" (PBS Show) - An animated children's television series from which the collectible "DW" toy originated.
- DW (Character from "Arthur") - The specific character that James Sneed purchased as a collectible doll.
Websites & Online Resources
- Reddit threads - Mentioned as a place where people share experiences and frustrations about unexpected shipping and tariff fees.