Episodes (Page 12)
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A looted Egyptian coffin's journey to the Met.
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Projects are often late due to the planning fallacy.
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Taboo words evolve and reveal societal changes.
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Delaware's corporate-friendly laws attract criticism and praise.
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A company actively creates opportunities for Black Americans.
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Americans underpay taxes significantly each year.
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Economist Amy Finkelstein discusses broken insurance markets.
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Competent employees get promoted into management positions they lack skills for, creating incompetent leadership
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Airlines balance cheap fares with volatile costs.
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Air travel is significantly safer than driving.
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Air travel is a marvel despite passenger complaints.
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The NFL long snapper role exemplifies Adam Smith's specialization theory.
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Investigating the fate of unused hotel soaps after guest check-out.
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Biden administration's industrial policy aims to reshore high-tech manufacturing.
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Analyzing the enduring financial success of a 40-year-old hit song.
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Kate Raworth challenges GDP growth as the primary economic goal.
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Unpacking the logistics behind Girl Scout Cookie distribution.
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Examining the impact of private equity buyouts on local veterinary clinics.
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Introducing 'The Economics of Everyday Things' podcast with Zachary Crockett.
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Private equity firms are acquiring numerous veterinary practices nationwide.