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

82. Please Steal My Car

22m · Published 04 Jul 16:00

Levitt and Dubner answer your FREAK-quently Asked Questions about junk food, insurance, and how to make an economist happy.

81. Star-Spangled Banter?

7m · Published 26 Jun 21:00

Once a week, the British Prime Minister goes before the House of Commons for a lightning round of hard questions. Should the U.S. give it a try?

80. Riding the Herd Mentality

35m · Published 20 Jun 20:00

How using peer pressure -- and good, old-fashioned shame -- can push people to do the right thing.

79. A Cheap Employee Is … a Cheap Employee

6m · Published 13 Jun 22:00

Paying workers as little as possible seems smart -- unless you can make more money by paying them more.

78. You Eat What You Are, Part 2

28m · Published 06 Jun 20:00

To feed 7 billion people while protecting the environment, it would seem that going local is a no-brainer -- until you start looking at the numbers.

77. Playing the Nerd Card

5m · Published 30 May 22:00

The NBA’s superstars are suddenly sporting Urkel glasses -- but is it more than a fashion statement?

76. You Eat What You Are, Part 1

29m · Published 23 May 20:00

How American food so got bad -- and why it's getting so much better.

75. Retirement Kills

5m · Published 16 May 22:00

Sure, we all dream of leaving the office forever. But what if it's bad for your health?

74. Soul Possession

28m · Published 07 May 14:00

In a world where nearly everything is for sale, is it always okay to buy what isn’t yours?

73. A Rose By Any Other Distance

5m · Published 02 May 21:00

At a time when people worry about every mile their food must travel, why is it okay to import most of our cut flowers from thousands of miles away?

Freakonomics Radio has 752 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 504:30:31. 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 April 12th, 2024 19:43.