Behavioral Grooves Podcast

Trailer: They Thought We Were Ridiculous

Feb 15, 2024

Prepare for a captivating five-part series on the evolution of behavioral economics. From being ridiculed at conferences to shaping decision-making in government and corporate settings, behavioral economists changed economic theory forever. Join Kurt, Tim, and Andy as they unveil their meticulously crafted series that promises to captivate and inspire. Get ready for an extraordinary journey into the riveting world of behavioral economics!

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The podcast series explores the revolutionary nature of behavioral economics and how a small group of researchers challenged fundamental economic assumptions.

The series traces the origins of behavioral economics and highlights the importance of data analysis and challenging traditional economic assumptions.

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The History of Behavioral Economics

This podcast episode discusses a series on the history of behavioral economics, which has never been told in podcast form before. The hosts, along with a psychology professor, interviewed leaders in the field and conducted extensive research to put together this series. The trailer introduces the revolutionary nature of behavioral economics, highlighting how a small group of researchers challenged the fundamental assumptions made by economists in the 1970s. The impact of this paradigm shift is explored, and the podcast promises to delve deeper into the story of behavioral economics through interviews with key figures such as Daniel Kahneman and Richard Thaler.

They Thought We Were Ridiculous: An Introduction to the History of Behavioral Economics

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Anticipation mounts as the countdown begins! Prepare to immerse yourself in the riveting saga of They Thought We Were Ridiculous, set to premiere and stream on your Behavioral Grooves feed come February 26th!

Two great podcasts. Three years of recording and research. Interviews with the Nobel Laureates, esteemed professors, and policymakers at the heart of a movement. It all combines to tell the unlikely story of how a group of tenacious thinkers pushed back against tradition and built ideas with impact.

Across this five-part series, we highlight the remarkable evolution of behavioral economics. From a group of rogue psychologists and economists who were openly ridiculed at conferences to a vital voice in government policy and corporate governance. Behavioral economists shape the way decisions are made. After they entered the fray, economic theory would never be the same.

Join Kurt, Tim, and Andy as we celebrate the culmination of three years of relentless dedication, unveiling a meticulously crafted five-part series that promises to captivate and inspire. Mark your calendars for February 26th, when this transformative saga will unfold in its entirety. Don't forget to subscribe, tune in, and engage with us as we delve into the riveting world of behavioral economics. Together, let's embark on this extraordinary journey!

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