Economist and social critic Glenn Loury shares personal confessions and reflections in his memoir. He discusses his upbringing, career challenges, and ideological evolution. The podcast explores topics like affirmative action, relationships in the digital age, self-reflection, and forgiveness.

Experts Marjorie Kelly, Corey Rosen, and Pete Stavros discuss the growing employee ownership movement and its impact. They explore the benefits of Employee Stock Ownership Plans, challenges of implementation, emotional and financial impacts on employees, and contrast with private equity models. Criticisms and calls for a more democratic economy are highlighted.

Author and senior editor at The Economist, Richard Cockett, dives into Vienna's intellectual legacy, discussing its influence on music, philosophy, and economics. The podcast traces Vienna's journey from a Golden Age to the shadow of Nazi influence, exploring the impact of Viennese diaspora on American life and their contributions to modern business practices and consumer culture.

Anne Wojcicki, C.E.O. of 23andMe, discusses the challenges faced by the company, ethical dilemmas in genetic testing, and the potential misuse of customer data. The podcast explores the healthcare system in the US, the limitations of self-reported data, and the commercial aspects of genetic testing. It also touches on the significance of DNA testing in understanding personal identity and the struggles of monetization for genetic testing companies.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau discusses his progressive agenda, including immigration policies, healthcare enhancements, and social activism. Topics cover challenges in the Canadian healthcare system, affordable childcare initiatives, and the importance of social activism and personal values.

Economists discuss unintended consequences of social policies like the Americans with Disabilities Act. They explore pay transparency's effect on negotiation, productivity, and gender equity in the workplace. The impact of the Me Too movement on research collaborations in academia is also examined, highlighting challenges and implications for female academics.

Journalist and writer Michael Lewis discusses the profound influence of psychologists Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky on decision-making. They revolutionized how we think about human irrationality, biases, and heuristics. Lewis explains their unique partnership and groundbreaking collaborations that reshaped behavioral economics and social science.

Experts discuss how employees are often promoted into incompetent managerial roles, leading to bad bosses. They explore the impact of good vs. bad bosses on employee productivity, the Peter Principle in management, and navigating the challenges of promoting high-performing individuals into management positions.

Journalist and author Fareed Zakaria discusses the current revolutionary period in history, including political, economic, and technological shifts. He explores the rise of populism, analyzes global geopolitics, and reflects on the evolution of democracy and national identities. Zakaria emphasizes the importance of liberal frameworks, rule of law, and the role of media in shaping societal legitimacy and global relations.

Professor Zeke Hernandez from Wharton School tests Americans' knowledge on immigration in a quiz. Topics include debunking myths on poverty rates among immigrants, green card allocations, and assimilation. Guests reflect on the complexities of immigration, stereotypes, and the importance of understanding personal backgrounds in the discourse.