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    The Sub-Prime Mortgage Meltdown

    When the high-tech stock bubble burst, shareholders lost money.  As the sub-prime mortgage market declines, people are losing their homes. We hear how it works, what can go wrong, and what it means for the rest of the economy.  Also, Khalid Sheik Mohammed's confession continues.

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    By Warren Olney • Mar 15, 2007 • 1h 0m Listen

    When the high-tech stock bubble burst, shareholders lost money. As the sub-prime mortgage market declines, people are losing their homes. We hear how it works, what can go wrong, and what it means for the rest of the economy. Also, Khalid Sheik Mohammed's confession continues.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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