Stephen Dubner on 20 years of Freakonomics
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Behavioral Economics and Human Decision-Making
This chapter explores the relationship between behavioral economics and traditional economic theories, focusing on key figures like Kahneman and Thaler. It addresses the impact of technology and the pandemic on human behavior, while also discussing the complexities of social policies related to recent Supreme Court decisions. The conversation highlights misconceptions about the influence of names on success, emphasizing the importance of data-driven conclusions in understanding societal dynamics.
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