Adams The New Host Of APM’s Marketplace
• American Public Media’s Marketplace, the most widely consumed business and economic news program in the country — in radio or television, commercial or public broadcasting — has named Kimberly Adams as the next host of its flagship weekday program, Marketplace Morning Report, heard by 8 million public radio listeners live every weekday morning across the United States and via podcast platforms worldwide.
Adams, currently APM’s Sr. Washington Correspondent and host of the popular podcast Make Me Smart, will officially step into her new role on June 8, succeeding David Brancaccio, who steps down after 13 years to become a special correspondent covering future effects, the economic decisions made now that shape our long-term futures.
Brancaccio remarked, “Kimberly and I have worked closely together through boom times, pandemic times, inflationary times and these times of shockingly fast change. I can tell you Kimberly cares. She cares about the effect of markets and economic policy on real household budgets. She cares about fact-based journalism and getting the story right. When you hear Kimberly, you always want to hear more.”
Since joining Marketplace more than a decade ago, Adams has built a deep rapport with listeners across the APM portfolio for her warmth and her signature ability to make complex financial topics accessible. Adams is also a regular weekend fill-in host on C-SPAN’s Washington Journal.
“Public media is about service and connection, and Marketplace is one of the few places remaining for high-quality news about business and the economy without a paywall — keeping it accessible for everyone,” Adams said. “David is leaving behind an amazing team that I’m thrilled to join in helping folks start their mornings with a better understanding of how the global economy affects their personal lives. In an era of rapid technological change and economic news that can leave people with whiplash, I’m excited and honored to usher in this new moment for Marketplace and our listeners.”
“We are thrilled about this next chapter for the Morning Report, and our audience should be too,” said Neal Scarbrough, VP/GM at Marketplace. “Kimberly has distinguished herself as a ground-breaking, multiplatform correspondent and host who has built an unwavering connection with our audience. Beyond her diligent reporting, listeners have embraced Kimberly’s leadership and versatility as the host of Call to Mind, Marketplace Tech, and Make Me Smart. This is an exciting time for the millions of listeners who start their day with the Marketplace Morning Report.” [Photo Credit: Robb Hill]
