Steven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and U Chicago Econ Prof) on His Career and Decision to Retire From Academic Economics
The Capitalism and Freedom in the Twenty-First Century Podcast
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Evolution of Academic Economics at the University of Chicago
This chapter explores the transition in academic economics towards applied microeconomics at the University of Chicago, influenced by changing status hierarchies in the field. It delves into the speaker's journey from traditional methods to data-driven research and their intellectual transformation upon joining the UChicago Economics Department. The chapter also discusses the impact of Chicago economics on macro and micro departments, emphasizing the pioneering work of John List in reshaping research norms.
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