
Planet Money Bonus: Janet Yellen on Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!
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Jan 29, 2024 Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen brings a light-hearted twist to serious topics. She chats about her high Candy Crush scores and humorous college memories, including first-time encounters with marijuana. Exclusive outtakes reveal her amusing dining mishap in China and updates on the Harriet Tubman $20 bill. Expect a delightful mix of economic insights and personal anecdotes in a fun quiz format!
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Yellen's Role as Treasury Secretary
- As Treasury Secretary, Janet Yellen oversees financing the national debt.
- Her goal is to keep US debt secure and attractive to investors.
Yellen's Smoking Story
- Janet Yellen prepared for her first marijuana experience in college by practicing smoking cigarettes.
- This led to a three-pack-a-day habit that took her a decade to quit.
Yellen's Candy Crush Addiction
- Initially dismissive of Candy Crush, Janet Yellen now plays it avidly.
- She has reached level 6,180 and jokes about marijuana helping when stuck.
