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I'm Waylon Wong, normally co-host of Planet Money's short daily podcast, The Indicator.
Today on the show, I'm here to offer you this Indicator Planet Money crossover event.
We have given thanks.
We've stuffed and emptied stockings.
We are crossing off the last days of the calendar and spending meaningful time with loved ones.
And for us, that means doing what families do best.