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499. Don't Worry, Be Tacky

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Dunks and Donuts: Economics from Everyday Life

This chapter explores the unexpected economic insights gleaned from studying the behavior of a donut shop owner and the evolution of dunking in basketball. By contrasting the cultural implications of the NBA and ABA, it highlights how seemingly trivial subjects reveal deeper truths about human nature and sports entertainment.

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