Patty Chamberlain

John List, a renowned economist at the University of Chicago, explores why great policies often fail to scale, emphasizing the need for rigorous implementation science. Dana L. Suskind, a pediatric surgeon, highlights the critical role of early childhood interventions in improving outcomes for disadvantaged children. Patti Chamberlain discusses the complexities of translating evidence-based practices into effective policies across sectors like education and child welfare. Together, they delve into the challenges and strategies necessary to bridge the gap between research and impactful policymaking.

John List, an economist at the University of Chicago, discusses the failure of many impactful solutions to scale in education and healthcare. Dana Susskind shares insights from her research on cochlear implants, emphasizing the emotional and practical challenges of medical advancements. Patty Chamberlain highlights the complexities of implementing evidence-based practices in child welfare. Together, they explore the emerging field of implementation science and the need for robust frameworks to transform research into effective policies.

Dana Susskind, a physician scientist specializing in cochlear implants, John List, an economist focused on field experiments, and Patty Chamberlain, a science director in child welfare, tackle why innovative solutions often fail to scale in education and health. They discuss the 'magic sauce' for effective real-world application and the challenges of translating research into policy. The trio emphasizes improving parent-child interactions in early childhood and the necessity of rigorous implementation science in policymaking to enhance outcomes for disadvantaged communities.