Freakonomics Radio
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Episodes
473. These Jobs Were Not Posted on ZipRecruiter
47m · PublishedIn a conversation fresh from the Freakonomics Radio Network’s podcast laboratory, Michèle Flournoy (one of the highest-ranking women in Defense Department history) speaks with Cecil Haney (one of the U.S. Navy’s first Black four-star admirals) about nuclear deterrence, smart leadership, and how to do inclusion right.
Reasons to Be Cheerful (Ep. 417 Rebroadcast)
52m · PublishedHumans have a built-in “negativity bias,” which means we give bad news much more power than good. Would the Covid-19 crisis be an opportune time to reverse this tendency?
472. This Is Your Brain on Pollution
46m · PublishedAir pollution is estimated to cause 7 million deaths a year and cost the global economy nearly $3 trillion. But is the true cost even higher? Stephen Dubner explores the links between pollution and cognitive function, and enlists two fellow Freakonomics Radio Network hosts in a homegrown experiment.
471. Mayor Pete and Elaine Chao Hit the Road
49m · PublishedWhile other countries seem to build spectacular bridges, dams, and even entire cities with ease, the U.S. is stuck in pothole-fixing mode. We speak with an array of transportation nerds — including the secretary of transportation and his immediate predecessor — to see if a massive federal infrastructure package can put America back in the driver’s seat.
Two (Totally Opposite) Ways to Save the Planet (Ep. 346 Rebroadcast)
53m · PublishedThe environmentalists say we’re doomed if we don’t drastically reduce consumption. The technologists say that human ingenuity can solve just about any problem. A debate that’s been around for decades has become a shouting match. Is anyone right?
470. The Pros and Cons of America’s (Extreme) Individualism
47m · PublishedAccording to a decades-long research project, the U.S. is not only the most individualistic country on earth; we’re also high on indulgence, short-term thinking, and masculinity (but low on “uncertainty avoidance,” if that makes you feel better). We look at how these traits affect our daily lives and why we couldn’t change them even if we wanted to.
469. The U.S. Is Just Different — So Let’s Stop Pretending We’re Not
50m · PublishedWe often look to other countries for smart policies on education, healthcare, infrastructure, etc. But can a smart policy be simply transplanted into a country as culturally unusual (and as supremely WEIRD) as America?
468. Nap Time for Everyone!
36m · PublishedThe benefits of sleep are by now well established, and yet many people don’t get enough. A new study suggests we should channel our inner toddler and get 30 minutes of shut-eye in the afternoon. But are we ready for a napping revolution?
How Stupid Is Our Obsession With Lawns? (Ep. 289 Rebroadcast)
27m · PublishedNearly two percent of America is grassy green. Sure, lawns are beautiful and useful and they smell great. But are the costs — financial, environmental and otherwise — worth the benefits?
467. Is the Future of Farming in the Ocean?
42m · PublishedBren Smith, who grew up fishing and fighting, is now part of a movement that seeks to feed the planet while putting less environmental stress on it. He makes his argument in a book called Eat Like a Fish; his secret ingredient: kelp. But don’t worry, you won’t have to eat it (not much, at least). An installment of The Freakonomics Radio Book Club.
Freakonomics Radio has 758 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 509:27:26. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on June 16th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 9th, 2024 05:10.