This week, Planet Money explores how people solve problems when institutions fall short. From a new investigation into community safety networks to the economics of fresh produce distribution and innovative funding solutions in Africa, the episodes examine the gaps between what people need and what existing systems provide. The through-line: ordinary people finding practical, often surprising ways to take care of themselves and their communities.
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