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7. How to Get Anyone to Do Anything

The Freakonomics Radio Book Club

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The Power of Authority

This chapter discusses the tendency for people to rely on authority figures and take the path of least resistance when making decisions. It explores the influence of authority on individuals and how it has historically shaped civilization. The conversation also touches on the shift in authority from traditional figures to peer recommendations in the digital age.

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