Dan Hamermesh
Economist and author of "Spending Time", affiliated with Barnard College and IZA.
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Feb 14, 2023 • 1h 7min
S2E2: Interview with Dan Hamermesh, Professor Emeritus, Labor Economist
In this episode, Scott interviews Dan Hamermesh, a professor emeritus and labor economist. They discuss Dan's career, his experiences studying under H. Greg Lewis, and the evolution of labor economics. They also talk about Dan's childhood in suburban Chicago, his interest in numbers and statistics, and his experiences in the job market. The speakers delve into the concept of labor supply and voluntary uncompensated labor, questioning motives behind such activities.
Mar 25, 2019 • 1h 3min
Daniel Hamermesh on Spending Time
Economist Daniel Hamermesh, author of "Spending Time", dives into the intricacies of how we perceive time versus money. He reveals the cultural shift that makes busyness a status symbol and discusses how increased income impacts leisure expectations. Hamermesh highlights the evolution of parental involvement and the changing dynamics of marriage in contemporary society. With engaging anecdotes, he advocates for valuing time and rethinking its management for more fulfilling lives.
