Dan Klein on Truth, Bias, and Disagreement

Mar 16, 2009 · 01:08:04

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Klein and Roberts discuss truth, bias, and groupthink in academic economics.
They examine the FDA, academic culture, and prediction markets.
Econ Journal Watch and its role are also discussed.

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