road trip

Even on vacation, economists can't help themselves: They think about money. Commentator Robert Reich tells us what his recent road trip with his son taught him about the state of the U.S. economy.

For our series "Road to Ruin, " Marketplace host Tess Vigeland and New York City Bureau Chief Amy Scott are crossing the country to see how Americans are doing.

They talk to Kai Ryssdale from the road.