The Cost of Social Media for Young People

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There's some good evidence that social media are making a significant subset of them more miserable. My version of flying cars is Uber and Pre-Check. For me, Spotify alone almost makes the tech revolution worthwhile. It dwarfs the pleasure I'd get from a flying car.

Author and economist Tyler Cowen of George Mason University talks about his book, Big Business, with EconTalk host Russ Roberts. Cowen argues that big corporations in America are underrated and under-appreciated. He even defends the financial sector while adding some caveats along the way. This is a lively and contrarian look at a timely issue.