Freakonomics Radio

by Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

Freakonomics Radio is a podcast that explores the hidden side of everything. Hosted by economist Stephen Dubner, the show uses the tools of economics to delve into the intriguing and often unexpected ways that people respond to various incentives. From analyzing the criminal justice system and healthcare policies to unraveling the mysteries of human behavior and decision-making, Freakonomics Radio delivers thought-provoking insights that challenge conventional wisdom and shed light on the complexities of the world around us. With a mix of expert interviews, storytelling, and Dubner's signature wit and humor, this award-winning podcast offers a fresh and engaging perspective on a wide range of topics that impact our lives in profound ways. To listen to Freakonomics Radio is to join a community of curious thinkers who are eager to learn and explore the hidden forces that shape our world.

Episodes

135. Do Baby Girls Cause Divorce?

18m · Published 01 Aug 13:00

Even American parents have a strong "son preference" -- which means that a newborn daughter can be bad news for a marriage.

The Upside of Quitting (Rebroadcast)

58m · Published 22 Jul 13:00

You know the saying: a winner never quits and a quitter never wins. To which Freakonomics Radio says ... Are you sure?

134. Government Employees Gone Wild

18m · Published 18 Jul 13:00

The Encyclopedia of Ethical Failures catalogs the fiscal, sexual, and mental lapses of federal workers -- all with an eye toward preventing the next big mistake.

133. A Burger a Day

6m · Published 11 Jul 13:00

Is junk food an abomination or a modern miracle?

132. Jane Austen, Game Theorist

27m · Published 03 Jul 21:00

What does "Pride and Prejudice" have to do with nuclear deterrence?

Legacy of a Jerk (Rebroadcast)

43m · Published 27 Jun 13:00

What happens to your reputation when you're no longer around to defend it?

131. Do You Really Want to Know Your Future?

31m · Published 20 Jun 13:00

You might think that someone with a 50-50 chance of getting a fatal disease would want to know for sure -- but you would be wrong. What does this say about our supposed thirst for certainty?

130. Why Family and Business Don’t Mix

6m · Published 12 Jun 20:00

Yet another reason to blame your parents for pretty much everything.

129. Should Tipping be Banned?

37m · Published 03 Jun 13:00

It's awkward, random, confusing -- and probably discriminatory too.

128. Baby, You Can Program My Car

5m · Published 29 May 20:00

A glimpse into our driverless future.

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.