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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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May 9, 2024 · 00:46:33
The growing movement for employee-owned companies.
00:46:33
May 2, 2024 · 00:57:19
Vienna's lost world shaped modern ideas.
00:57:19
Apr 29, 2024 · 01:02:04
23andMe's rapid growth has stalled significantly.
01:02:04
Apr 25, 2024 · 00:52:26
Justin Trudeau champions a progressive agenda despite low approval.
00:52:26
Apr 18, 2024 · 00:43:42
Good intentions can lead to negative outcomes.
00:43:42
Apr 14, 2024 · 00:34:51
Daniel Kahneman, a pioneer in decision-making, has died.
00:34:51
Apr 11, 2024 · 00:49:41
Competent employees are often promoted to ineffective management roles.
00:49:41
Apr 4, 2024 · 01:02:43
Fareed Zakaria argues we are in a uniquely revolutionary era.
01:02:43
Apr 1, 2024 · 00:27:39
Listener knowledge of immigration facts is tested.
00:27:39
Mar 28, 2024 · 00:49:47
Canada attracts skilled immigrants as the U.S. system falters.
00:49:47
Mar 21, 2024 · 00:55:50
Both U.S. political parties misunderstand immigration issues.
00:55:50
Mar 18, 2024 · 00:29:04
Madeleine Albright, a former refugee, discusses immigration.
00:29:04
Mar 14, 2024 · 00:55:05
Examines the history of the U.S. immigration system, questioning its origins.
00:55:05
Mar 7, 2024 · 00:42:16
Discusses the paradox of social media use and user dissatisfaction.
00:42:16
Mar 4, 2024 · 01:05:17
Defines 'sportswashing' and its historical precedents.
01:05:17
Feb 29, 2024 · 00:52:14
Uncovers surprising elements found within urban sewage systems.
00:52:14
Feb 22, 2024 · 00:56:53
Compares the past perceived magic of Google Search to its present.
00:56:53
Feb 19, 2024 · 00:47:31
Features women who accompanied Richard Feynman on Esalen Institute trips.
00:47:31
Feb 15, 2024 · 01:01:04
Details Richard Feynman's final years and intellectual pursuits.
01:01:04
Feb 8, 2024 · 00:52:41
Traces Richard Feynman's move to California after personal tragedy.
00:52:41

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