
7. How to Get Anyone to Do Anything
The Freakonomics Radio Book Club
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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