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Freakonomics Radio

Freakonomics Radio

Stephen J. Dubner · Society · EN-US

Freakonomics Radio explores the surprising economic and behavioral forces behind everyday phenomena, from marriage and media to pollution and human quirks. Hosted by Stephen J. Dubner, the podcast uses real-world examples and expert interviews to reveal the hidden logic of seemingly ordinary...

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Episodes (Page 12)

May 4, 2023 · 00:53:29
A looted Egyptian coffin's journey to the Met.
00:53:29
Apr 27, 2023 · 00:42:58
Projects are often late due to the planning fallacy.
00:42:58
Apr 20, 2023 · 00:45:10
Taboo words evolve and reveal societal changes.
00:45:10
Apr 13, 2023 · 00:46:59
Delaware's corporate-friendly laws attract criticism and praise.
00:46:59
Apr 6, 2023 · 00:47:30
A company actively creates opportunities for Black Americans.
00:47:30
Mar 30, 2023 · 00:43:29
Americans underpay taxes significantly each year.
00:43:29
Mar 23, 2023 · 00:52:32
Economist Amy Finkelstein discusses broken insurance markets.
00:52:32
Mar 16, 2023 · 00:49:53
Competent employees get promoted into management positions they lack skills for, creating incompetent leadership
00:49:53
Mar 9, 2023 · 00:58:00
Airlines balance cheap fares with volatile costs.
00:58:00
Mar 2, 2023 · 00:56:20
Air travel is significantly safer than driving.
00:56:20
Feb 23, 2023 · 00:58:20
Air travel is a marvel despite passenger complaints.
00:58:20
Feb 16, 2023 · 00:53:00
The NFL long snapper role exemplifies Adam Smith's specialization theory.
00:53:00
Feb 13, 2023 · 00:16:59
Investigating the fate of unused hotel soaps after guest check-out.
00:16:59
Feb 9, 2023 · 00:50:39
Biden administration's industrial policy aims to reshore high-tech manufacturing.
00:50:39
Feb 6, 2023 · 00:18:18
Analyzing the enduring financial success of a 40-year-old hit song.
00:18:18
Feb 2, 2023 · 00:41:45
Kate Raworth challenges GDP growth as the primary economic goal.
00:41:45
Jan 30, 2023 · 00:14:14
Unpacking the logistics behind Girl Scout Cookie distribution.
00:14:14
Jan 26, 2023 · 00:46:42
Examining the impact of private equity buyouts on local veterinary clinics.
00:46:42
Jan 23, 2023 · 00:15:23
Introducing 'The Economics of Everyday Things' podcast with Zachary Crockett.
00:15:23
Jan 19, 2023 · 00:42:05
Private equity firms are acquiring numerous veterinary practices nationwide.
00:42:05

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