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In this insightful episode of The TechLink Health Podcast, we'll be diving into how data is transforming patient engagement and payments as well as discussing the future of health tech. In the past on the podcast, the topics of data and interoperability have emerged as leading themes that are paving the way to the future, and today we will reveal how integrated technology creates seamlessly connected patient experiences across the healthcare journey enabled by emerging trends such as empathetic AI and smarter self service. We'll also discuss best practices related to data analytics and technology integrations, measuring ROI on technology solutions, and delivering better patient outcomes through connected patient experiences.Here to talk about all of this and more is Kristen Jacobsen, VP of OmniChannel Engagement and Marketing at the leading provider of healthcare engagement and payment solutions, RevSpring. ⁠RevSpring⁠ transforms complex financial journeys into intuitive financial pathways by understanding human, historical, and fiscal context. Through data-driven insight, RevSpring designs, analyzes, and improves communications and billing solutions that increase consumer engagement and payment rates. North America's leading healthcare organizations, revenue cycle management, and accounts receivables management companies trust RevSpring to maximize financial results through dynamic and personalized communications and self-service payment options.Listen in with us as we examine an approach that puts patient engagement at the heart of the multitude of interactions across the journey to better health outcomesOther insights range from how consumers are leading a path to change by expecting more retail-like omni-channel experiences in healthcare, to why it's important for industry leaders to think like a consumer and walk in the patients shoes when implementing solutions, to how ⁠empathetic AI is making agents better, smarter, and faster to deliver better patient experiences.For more details visit TechLink Health ⁠on the web⁠ or connect with Kristen on ⁠LinkedIn⁠.This episode was hosted by ⁠Dr. Sarah Samaan⁠.The episode points to several references with links below:⁠

In Episode 8 of Season 2, Fawn O'Breitzman, founder of The Sexploratorium, shares how she turned a career in academia into a mission to revolutionize sex education. With over 25 years of experience teaching sex and gender studies, she discusses the deep-rooted gaps in sex ed, the cultural forces shaping them, and why shame-free, fact-based education is so essential.A stage 4 lymphoma diagnosis became the catalyst for a bold decision—cashing out her retirement to create an educational sex museum unlike anything else in the world. The Sexploratorium, located in Denver, challenges taboos, normalizes discussions around sexuality and gender, and provides a safe space for learning.Fawn dives into the state of sex education in the U.S., the barriers to comprehensive learning, and the generational misconceptions that persist. She also explores the censorship of sexuality, the erasure of sex workers from history, and the unexpected ways the museum has become a resource for the LGBTQ+ community, the sober community, and those seeking honest conversations about sex.This episode is an eye-opening look at how history, culture, and policy impact what we learn about our own bodies—and why it's time for change. Whether you're an educator, parent, or simply curious, Fawn's insights will challenge assumptions and inspire a new way of thinking about sex education.Guest Information:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexploratoriumdenverFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sexploratoriumdenver/Web: https://www.sexploratoriumdenver.com/museumReferences:Museum of Sex (New York City) – https://www.museumofsex.com/NEMO Science Museum (Amsterdam) – https://www.nemosciencemuseum.nl/Freakonomics (Book by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner) – https://freakonomics.com/books/#freakonomicsDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode.Credits and Acknowledgements:Hosted, Produced, and Edited by Heather Pridemore. https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-pridemore-mba/Thank you for tuning into small acts of rebellion. Ready to start a revolution? Please share it with others who aspire to redefine success on their own terms.Don't forget to subscribe for more stories of personal and professional defiance. For additional content, follow us on Instagram @smallactsofrebellionpodcast & @PridemoreCoaching and visit us at PridemoreCoaching.com.Keep owning your story!

Their trade organization just lost a huge lawsuit. Their infamous commission model is under attack. And there are way too many of them. If they go the way of travel agents, will we miss them when they're gone? SOURCES:Sonia Gilbukh, assistant professor of real estate at CUNY Baruch College.Kevin Sears, 2025 president of the National Association of Realtors.Chad Syverson, professor of economics at the University of Chicago.Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the National Association of Realtors. RESOURCES:"Heterogeneous Real Estate Agents and the Housing Cycle," by Sonia Gilbukh and Paul Goldsmith-Pinkham (NBER Working Paper, 2024)."Real Estate Commissions and Homebuying," by Borys Grochulski and Zhu Wang (Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Working Paper, 2024)."The Relationship Between Home Prices and Real Estate Commission Rates: Implications for Consumers and Public Policy," by Stephen Brobeck (Consumer Federation of America, 2022)."The Relationship of Residential Real Estate Commission Rate to Industry Structure and Culture," by Stephen Brobeck (Consumer Federation of America, 2021)."Competition in the Real Estate Brokerage Industry: A Critical Review," by Panle Jia Barwick and Maisy Wong (Economic Studies at Brookings, 2019)."Hidden Real Estate Commissions: Consumer Costs and Improved Transparency," by Stephen Brobeck (Consumer Federation of America, 2019)."Market Distortions when Agents are Better Informed: The Value of Information in Real Estate Transactions," by Steven D. Levitt and Chad Syverson (NBER Working Paper, 2005).The Residential Real Estate Brokerage Industry, staff report by the Los Angeles Regional Office of the Federal Trade Commission (1983).

In her book, Rumbles, medical historian Elsa Richardson explores the history of the human gut. She talks with Steve about dubious medical practices, gruesome tales of survival, and the things that medieval doctors may have gotten right. SOURCE:Elsa Richardson, medical historian at the University of Strathclyde. RESOURCES:Rumbles: A Curious History of the Gut: The Secret Story of the Body's Most Fascinating Organ, by Elsa Richardson (2024).Michael Levitt retirement speech (2024)."Was There Really a Hawthorne Effect at the Hawthorne Plant? An Analysis of the Original Illumination Experiments," by Steven D. Levitt and John A. List (NBER Working Paper, 2009)."Floating Stools — Flatus versus Fat," by Michael D. Levitt and William C. Duane (The New England Journal of Medicine, 1972)."Factors Influencing Pulmonary Methane Excretion in Man," by John H. Bond, Rolf R. Engel, and Michael D. Levitt (Journal of Experimental Medicine, 1971).The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals, by Charles Darwin (1872).The Levitt Lab Founding School Leader, job listing.The Levitt Lab, information page. EXTRAS:"An Update on the Khan World School," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2023).“Is This the Future of High School?” by People I (Mostly) Admire (2022).“Sal Khan: ‘If It Works for 15 Cousins, It Could Work for a Billion People,'” by People I (Mostly) Admire (2021)."The Power of Poop," by Freakonomics Radio (2011).

Welcome back for another episode of Nick's Non-fiction with your host Nick Muniz Freakonomics lived on the New York Times bestseller list for an astonishing two years. Now authors Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner return with more iconoclastic insights and observations in SuperFreakonomics—the long awaited follow-up to their New York Times Notable blockbuster. Based on revolutionary research and original studies SuperFreakonomics promises to once again challenge our view of the way the world really works. Subscribe, Share, Mobile links below! My Instagram: www.instagram.com/hairysh1t/?... My Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheNiche

Chapter 1:Summary of Freakonomics"Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" is a non-fiction book written by economist Steven D. Levitt and journalist Stephen J. Dubner. It was first published in 2005 and explores the underlying economics and hidden motivations that drive various aspects of human behavior. The book challenges conventional wisdom by using economic analysis to uncover peculiar, puzzling, and sometimes controversial truths about everyday life and societal issues.The book is structured around several key questions, each of which forms the basis of a chapter that provides unexpected economic insights:1. What Do Schoolteachers and Sumo Wrestlers Have in Common?This chapter discusses how incentive systems can lead to cheating. The authors use data analysis to show patterns of cheating among Chicago schoolteachers and sumo wrestlers in Japan.2. How Is the Ku Klux Klan Like a Group of Real-Estate Agents?Levitt explores how information asymmetry can be used to wield control and power. He draws parallels between the Ku Klux Klan, whose power waned when their secret information was exposed, and real-estate agents who have a knowledge advantage over their clients.3. Why Do Drug Dealers Still Live with Their Moms?Levitt analyses the income hierarchy within drug-dealing gangs, discovering that the economic structure closely resembles that of a conventional business, but with most lower-level dealers earning below minimum wage, contrary to popular belief of lucrative profits.4. Where Have All the Criminals Gone?Perhaps the most controversial chapter, it posits that the sharp drop in crime rates in the U.S. during the 1990s was significantly influenced by the legalization of abortion following the Roe v. Wade decision, which led to fewer unwanted children who would have been at higher risk of becoming criminals.5. What Makes a Perfect Parent?By examining data, Levitt suggests that parenting strategies aren't as influential on a child's academic success as demographic factors and the parents' education levels.6. Perfect Parenting, Part II; or: Would a Roshanda by Any Other Name Smell as Sweet?This section discusses the socioeconomic patterns and impacts of naming children, revealing how names chosen for children differ across social and racial lines and how they could potentially impact a child's future.The common theme across all chapters is that economic tools and analysis can reveal the unexpected truths about the complex behaviors and operations of society. Levitt and Dubner's approach provides readers with a new perspective on how to think about the world, encouraging them to question the way things are and to understand better the factors that influence personal and societal decision-making.Chapter 2:The Theme of Freakonomics"Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" is a nonfiction book written by economist Steven D. Levitt and journalist Stephen J. Dubner. Rather than a traditional novel with a plot and character development, "Freakonomics" examines a series of economic concepts and social theories through the lens of unconventional questions and scenarios. The book explores the hidden side of various interesting and, at times, mundane phenomena of everyday life. Below are some of the key themes, explored concepts, and intriguing questions that "Freakonomics" addresses:1. Incentives: A major theme throughout the book, Levitt and Dubner explore how incentives (financial, social, and moral) drive people to do what they do. From teachers cheating on standardized tests to real-estate agents selling their own homes, the concept of incentives is pivotal in understanding human behavior.2. Information Asymmetry: Another key theme, information asymmetry deals with situations where one party in a...

Whether you'd like to learn more about how to use Strategic Workforce Planning in your current role or considering whether specialising in Strategic Workforce Planning could be the perfect career option for you, this episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help.Host Fay Wallis is joined by Jen Allen Jardine, a Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) expert, who explains what SWP is, why it's important, how it fits into HR, the partnership between SWP and HR, and the misconceptions about it. She also provides valuable advice for anyone looking to specialise in SWP, including practical tips and book recommendations.Chapters from This Episode[00:00] Introduction and overview[02:17] Meet the expert: Jen Allen Jardine[03:09] Defining Strategic Workforce Planning[04:13] Strategic Workforce Planning in large vs small organisations[04:55] The role of HR in Strategic Workforce Planning[11:03] Developing skills for Strategic Workforce Planning[17:18] Misconceptions about Strategic Workforce Planning[23:02] Book recommendations[34:29] How to contact Jen[35:50] ConclusionUseful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay's website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Jen Allen Jardine on LinkedIn Other Relevant HR Coffee Time EpisodesHR Coffee Time podcast playlist: Clarify Your Career Goals & Explore HR Career OptionsEpisode 58: How to feel more confident using data & analytics in your HR roleEpisode 119: How using Agile can drive positive change & prove HR's value, with Kate Maddison-Geenwell Book Recommendations From the EpisodeFactfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About The World – And Why Things Are Better Than You Think, by Hans Rosling , Ola Rosling and Anna RoslingFreakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything, by Steven D. Levitt & Stephen J. DubnerRadical Uncertainty: Decision-making for an unknowable future, by John Kay and Mervyn King Looking For the Transcript?You can find the transcript on this page of the Bright Sky Career Coaching website. Rate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

Ep. 35 Join Bossy Founders and Business Owners Kelly Bush and Kelly Metras as they discuss their favorite business books and share insights from a recent Women in Hospitality conference. They delve into the importance of knowing your "why" in business, the challenges of work-life balance, and the power of creating loyal customers. The mention of Charles Schwab's "Thanks for Coming In Today" highlights the transformative power of gratitude within the workplace, while "The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse" by Charlie Mackesy serves as a poignant reminder that business leaders are also human beings, deserving of compassion and self-care. This human-centric approach to business shines through the interactions between Kelly Bush and Kelly Metras, as they share anecdotes and wisdom. It's clear that empathetic leadership and a supportive environment can lead to greater employee engagement and customer loyalty, eventually driving the business forward. Key Takeaways: Embracing opportunities for reflection, such as traveling or stepping back from daily tasks, can spawn innovative solutions and strategies for business growth. Engaging with transformative ideas found in books about entrepreneurship and personal growth can greatly impact leadership style and business operations. Book Recommendations: Simon Sinek's "Start with Why" "Why We Can't Sleep" by Ada Calhoun "Buy Back Your Time" by Dan Martell Malcolm Gladwell's "The Tipping Point" "Zombie Loyalists" by Peter Shankman Disney's Approach to Quality Service (no specific URL given) "Big Magic" by Elizabeth Gilbert (recommended but not discussed in detail) "Freakonomics" by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner (recommended but not discussed in detail) "Dirt Candy" by Amanda Cohen (cookbook mention with business story) "The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse" by Charlie Mackesy "The Alchemist" by Paul Coelho Chapters: 0:00 Insights From a Women in Hospitality Conference 2:01 Train Journeys as a Catalyst for Creative Solutions 4:17 Reflecting on Personal Growth and Business Philosophies 8:28 Midlife Crisis and Sleeplessness in Gen X Women 11:25 Generational Gaps in Learning to Type 14:07 Gen X Tech Troubles and Midlife Crises 15:29 Discovering an Unexpected Gem During Pregnancy 16:18 Creating Customer Loyalty Through Zombie Loyalism 17:35 Maximizing Productivity Through Prioritization and Time Management 21:38 Discussing Books That Influence Business and Creativity 25:31 Transforming Hotel Culture With Simple Gratitude 25:55 Reflections on Business, Books, and Personal Growth 29:53 Seeking Book Recommendations for the Bossy Library Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Compromising Positions! This week we are joined by Dr David Burkus, one of the world's leading business thinkers and best-selling author of five books on the topic of business and leadership. Dr Burkus has worked with the leadership teams of some internationally known names such as PepsiCo, Adobe and NASA.In this episode, “Storytelling Superconnectors: Unleashing Purpose Beyond Metrics in Your Cybersecurity Function”, Dr Burkus challenges the concept of Dunbar's Number as we discuss the power of human networks, and how finding the superconnectors in your organisation will help you get your cybersecurity agenda in front of the right people.Indulging in a bit of schadenfreude, Dr Burkus shows us how we can use the hacks and breaches of our competitors to demonstrate our value and purpose offering to the c-suite and he also shares his unique insights on breaking down siloes, and harnessing the power of positive engagement in the workplace.And as if that wasn't enough (!) how to move away from just metrics to make your security function shine! If you want to change the way your organisation sees your security team, this is the episode for you! This is a two part episode (this is part one!) so don't forget to check back in next week to hear the whole interview! Key Takeaways:Find your Superconnectors: Superconnectors are individuals who have lots of powerful connections and can help you expand your network quickly. By networking with superconnectors, you can find new opportunities and build purpose-driven teams in the cybersecurity function.Embrace the Power of Storytelling: Facts and figures are important, but stories resonate on a deeper level. Security teams can leverage storytelling to educate employees about cybersecurity threats, celebrate successes, and foster a sense of shared purpose.Break Down Silos: Challenge the stereotype of security as the "office police." Focus on collaboration and highlight the positive contributions your team makes in protecting the organization. Aim for a 3:1 ratio of positive interactions to negative ones to build trust and rapport.Learn from Your Competitors' Misfortunes: While celebrating wins is important, so is learning from failures. Use competitor breaches as a springboard for threat intelligence exercises, demonstrating the value your team brings in proactively preventing such attacks.Links to everything we discussed in this episode can be found in the show notes and if you liked the show, please do leave us a review. Follow us on all good podcasting platforms and via our YouTube channel, and don't forget to share on LinkedIn and in your teams.It really helps us spread the word and get high-quality guests, on future episodes. We hope you enjoyed this episode - See you next time, keep secure, and don't forget to ask yourself, ‘Am I the compromising position here?' Keywords: cybersecurity, storytelling, psychology, networking, silos, purposeSHOW NOTESDr Burkus has an awe-inspiring career as an author. You can check out his books on AmazonDunbar's number: Why we can only maintain 150 relationships. BBCWham, Bam, That's a Scam Series by Atomic ShrimpsFreakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. DubnerMGM Ransomware Attack. A write up by Bleeping ComputerNominate us in the European Cybersecurity Blogger Awards (we're going for ‘Best Newcomer' Google Form Here (it's safe, promise)ABOUT DR DAVID BURKUSOne of the world's leading business thinkers, Dr. David Burkus' forward-thinking ideas and bestselling books are helping leaders build their best team ever.LINKS FOR DR DAVID BURKUSDr Burkus' LinkedinDr Burkus' WebsiteDr Burkus' TikTok (No dancing unfortunately)

A while back, we asked you to share your money struggles, and we heard from many of you! In today's episode, we booked a session with financial therapist Megan McCoy to answer your burning financial questions — everything from navigating financial differences among friends and talking to an avoidant partner about money plans, to making big career decisions and learning how to curb spending. As promised, here are some of the research studies and articles discussed in this episode: “Spending Money on Others Promotes Happiness,” by Elizabeth W. Dunn, Lara B. Aknin, and Michael I. Norton, as well as Dunn’s TED Talk on the same topic “If Money Doesn’t Make You Happy Then You Probably Aren’t Spending It Right,” by Elizabeth W. Dunn “Heads or Tails: The impact of a coin toss on major life decisions and subsequent happiness,” by Steven D. Levitt “Harvard Study of Adult Development” and an awesome TED Talk by Robert Waldinger, the project’s director Take the Klontz Money Script test to measure your core money beliefs. If you liked this episode, share it with a friend. And to get even more Uncomfortable, subscribe to our newsletter!

A while back, we asked you to share your money struggles, and we heard from many of you! In today's episode, we booked a session with financial therapist Megan McCoy to answer your burning financial questions — everything from navigating financial differences among friends and talking to an avoidant partner about money plans, to making big career decisions and learning how to curb spending. As promised, here are some of the research studies and articles discussed in this episode: “Spending Money on Others Promotes Happiness,” by Elizabeth W. Dunn, Lara B. Aknin, and Michael I. Norton, as well as Dunn’s TED Talk on the same topic “If Money Doesn’t Make You Happy Then You Probably Aren’t Spending It Right,” by Elizabeth W. Dunn “Heads or Tails: The impact of a coin toss on major life decisions and subsequent happiness,” by Steven D. Levitt “Harvard Study of Adult Development” and an awesome TED Talk by Robert Waldinger, the project’s director If you liked this episode, share it with a friend. And to get even more Uncomfortable, subscribe to our newsletter!

A while back, we asked you to share your money struggles, and we heard from many of you! In today's episode, we booked a session with financial therapist Megan McCoy to answer your burning financial questions — everything from navigating financial differences among friends and talking to an avoidant partner about money plans, to making big career decisions and learning how to curb spending. As promised, here are some of the research studies and articles discussed in this episode: “Spending Money on Others Promotes Happiness,” by Elizabeth W. Dunn, Lara B. Aknin, and Michael I. Norton, as well as Dunn’s TED Talk on the same topic “If Money Doesn’t Make You Happy Then You Probably Aren’t Spending It Right,” by Elizabeth W. Dunn “Heads or Tails: The impact of a coin toss on major life decisions and subsequent happiness,” by Steven D. Levitt “Harvard Study of Adult Development” and an awesome TED Talk by Robert Waldinger, the project’s director If you liked this episode, share it with a friend. And to get even more Uncomfortable, subscribe to our newsletter!

Steven D. Levitt, best known for co-writing the bestselling 2005 book Freakonomics, is retiring from the University of Chicago with a bang. On the Capitalism and Freedom podcast, Levitt gave a farewell interview where he detailed many internecine feuds in the discipline and examples of toxic abuse, with particular focus on his long-time colleague and nemesis James Heckman. The economist Marshall Steinbaum, a University of Chicago graduate who now teaches at the University of Utah, returns to the Time of Monsters to elucidate not just the Levitt/Heckman spat but also the question of why economics is a notoriously toxic discipline, how economics has changed over the decades rendering both Levitt and Heckman anachronistic, and the recent backlash against anti-racist politics in the discipline. To supplement the article, listeners can read: Noah Scheiber's 2007 article on the intellectual origins of Freakonomics, Marshall Steinbaum's  2020 post about racism in the University of Chicago economic department, and a recent Bloomberg story on racism and sexism in economics.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Steven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and University of Chicago Economics Professor) joins the podcast to discuss his career, including being an early leader in applied microeconomics and how the Freakonomics media empire got started, along with his recent decision to retire from academic economics. Transcript available here.  Jon Hartley is an economics researcher with interests in international macroeconomics, finance, and labor economics and is currently an economics PhD student at Stanford University. He is also currently a Research Fellow at the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity, a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, and a research associate at the Hoover Institution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Steven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and University of Chicago Economics Professor) joins the podcast to discuss his career, including being an early leader in applied microeconomics and how the Freakonomics media empire got started, along with his recent decision to retire from academic economics. Transcript available here.  Jon Hartley is an economics researcher with interests in international macroeconomics, finance, and labor economics and is currently an economics PhD student at Stanford University. He is also currently a Research Fellow at the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity, a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, and a research associate at the Hoover Institution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and University of Chicago Economics Professor) joins the podcast to discuss his career, including being an early leader in applied microeconomics and how the Freakonomics media empire got started, along with his recent decision to retire from academic economics. Transcript available here.  Jon Hartley is an economics researcher with interests in international macroeconomics, finance, and labor economics and is currently an economics PhD student at Stanford University. He is also currently a Research Fellow at the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity, a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, and a research associate at the Hoover Institution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/economics

Steven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and University of Chicago Economics Professor) joins the podcast to discuss his career, including being an early leader in applied microeconomics and how the Freakonomics media empire got started, along with his recent decision to retire from academic economics. Transcript available here.  Jon Hartley is an economics researcher with interests in international macroeconomics, finance, and labor economics and is currently an economics PhD student at Stanford University. He is also currently a Research Fellow at the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity, a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, and a research associate at the Hoover Institution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and University of Chicago Economics Professor) joins the podcast to discuss his career, including being an early leader in applied microeconomics and how the Freakonomics media empire got started, along with his recent decision to retire from academic economics. Transcript available here.  Jon Hartley is an economics researcher with interests in international macroeconomics, finance, and labor economics and is currently an economics PhD student at Stanford University. He is also currently a Research Fellow at the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity, a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, and a research associate at the Hoover Institution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/finance

Economists have discovered an odd phenomenon: many people who use social media (even you, maybe?) wish it didn't exist. But that doesn't mean they can escape. SOURCES:Leonardo Bursztyn, professor of economics at the University of Chicago.Benjamin Handel, professor of economics at the University of California, Berkeley. RESOURCES:"When Product Markets Become Collective Traps: The Case of Social Media," by Leonardo Bursztyn, Benjamin Handel, Rafael Jimenez, and Christopher Roth (NBER Working Paper, 2023)."Social Media and Xenophobia: Evidence from Russia," by Leonardo Bursztyn, Georgy Egorov, Ruben Enikolopov, and Maria Petrova (NBER Working Paper, 2019)."Status Goods: Experimental Evidence from Platinum Credit Cards," by Leonardo Bursztyn, Bruno Ferman, Stefano Fiorin, Martin Kanz, and Gautam Rao (NBER Working Paper, 2017)."'Acting Wife': Marriage Market Incentives and Labor Market Investments," by Leonardo Bursztyn, Thomas Fujiwara, and Amanda Pallais (American Economic Review, 2017)."Measuring Crack Cocaine and Its Impact," by Roland G. Fryer Jr., Paul S. Heaton, Steven D. Levitt, and Kevin M. Murphy (Economic Inquiry, 2013). EXTRAS:"Is Facebook Bad for Your Mental Health?" by Freakonomics, M.D. (2022)."Why Is U.S. Media So Negative?" by Freakonomics Radio (2021).

As we've been tackling different Wall Street careers, today we are focusing on the highly sought after and complex Sales and Distribution roles. We are joined by April Reppy Suydam and Inga Rachwald.  April Reppy Suydam is Head of Latin America Distribution at First Trust Portfolios. April has over a decade of experience in the financial services industry and spent half of her career supporting Vanguard's International Division. April has a Global MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management. She is fluent in both English and Spanish. April lives in Chicago with her husband and three small children.  Inga Rachwald is a Director and Senior Investment Portfolio Strategist supporting Schwab Asset Management. Prior to joining Schwab in 2016, she spent six years at RS Investments as a senior product manager and product specialist. Inga earned a Master of Business Administration in finance from Duke University and a Bachelor of Science in political science from the University of California, Berkeley. Inga lives in San Francisco and enjoys bike riding in her spare time.  Kristine Delano guides the conversation about utilizing organizational skills and communication best practices to establish work/life balance. Follow on Instagram kristine.delano.writer  Visit www.womeninetfs.com to find additional support in the ETF industry.  Go to www.kristinedelano.com for your Thrive Guide: a compilation of the most requested and insightful advice from our guests on Leadership and Advancement. In partnership with https://www.etfcentral.com/ Book recommendations:  - France: An Adventure History by Graham Robb - Battling Ward: The Life Story of a Greek Immigrant by Peter J. Douros - Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner

To access a FREE collection of resources, go to www.TheMaverickVault.com    Today's episode features Mark Ritter unraveling the secrets to obtaining superior loans through credit unions designed to align with your financial objectives. Dive in as he imparts valuable knowledge and sheds light on the unique benefits it can offer for your borrowing needs. Don't miss this opportunity to gain essential insights to propel you toward achieving your financial goals.     Key Takeaways From This Episode Credit Unions: Its nature and how it offers diverse lending solutions Current landscape of commercial real estate financing The complexities in dealing with loan defaults and property value changes Why it's crucial to have stability of interest rates in financial institutions     References/Links Mentioned Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J Dubner | Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover     About Mark Ritter Mark Ritter is the CEO of MBFS and an expert in credit unions and business lending. His primary role at MBFS is overseeing the strategy of helping credit unions assist members with business needs and consulting with credit unions on planning the delivery of services to their membership.   In 2002, Mark launched Members 1st Federal Credit Union's business lending program from scratch, growing it into a top-ten program nationally. In 2012, he became the CEO of a struggling business lending CUSO, which had seen five CEOs in as many years and consistent financial losses. Under Mark's leadership at MBFS, the CUSO expanded its services to over ten times the number of credit unions, increased revenue tenfold, and maintained positive cash flow throughout his tenure. MBFS has played a crucial role in assisting numerous credit union members in securing financing for their business and investment needs. Mark, originally from Berwick, PA, where he was part of a high school football team with national and state championships, later worked full-time as a student assistant for the Penn State Nittany Lions while pursuing his undergraduate degree during Penn State's transition to the Big Ten. Mark continues to support Penn State and currently resides in Sullivan County, PA, with his wife and two teenagers.     Connect with Mark Website: Mark Ritter LinkedIn: Mark Ritter Are you a passive real estate investor seeking financial freedom? Almost daily, new headlines break on the latest financial market upset. Now is the time to get educated on how to strategically invest in commercial real estate for long-term financial freedom. Grab your copy of “How to Passively Invest in a Changing Economic Environment” Go to…www.MavericksInvest.com    Want to keep up to date on the commercial real estate market, trends, investing tips and know what Neil is buying right now? Connect with him at Legacy Impact Investors, and be sure to register for his newsletter.    Connect with Neil Timmins on LinkedIn. If there is a topic you want to know more about or a guest that you would like to see on the show, shoot Neil a message on LinkedIn.      About Neil Timmins Neil is a commercial real estate syndicator, published author, and podcast host.   Neil's entry point into the Real Estate industry came after a few short years in banking. Recognized by the Wall Street Journal as a Top 100 team and the #1 REMAX agent in Iowa by the age of 29, Neil had solidified his role as a force in the industry.   Having completed hundreds of Fix & Flips, Wholesales, Wholetails, Novations, and Owner-Financed deals, Neil longed to quit forfeiting time for dollars. After building a portfolio of single-family rentals to produce passive income, he found the strategy to be anything but passive.   Neil, however, didn't go looking for his first commercial deal, he actually stumbled into it. Since then, he has refined the process of analyzing and buying commercial properties that produce stellar cash flow.   Neil has been involved in over $300,000,000 in real estate transactions. While his holdings in commercial asset classes include apartments, offices, mobile home parks, and self-storage units, his passion is industrial property. Neil now has verticals in residential real estate, multiple commercial asset classes, brokerage, publishing, and this successful podcast.   Neil and his wife, Emily, are the proud parents of three active teenagers. Those who know Neil say he is a competitor by nature, whether for the biggest fish on a deep-sea fishing trip, the best ribs at a barbeque, or playing football back in his day at his alma mater, the University of Nebraska at Omaha as a Maverick. Neil is always up for travel, spending time on the water, and of course, meeting people interested in learning about and investing in commercial properties.   Click here to see video of the podcast. 

Welcome back for another episode of Nick's Non-fiction with your host Nick Muniz With their trademark blend of captivating storytelling and unconventional analysis, Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner take us inside their thought process and teach us all how to think a bit more productively, more creatively, more rationally. In Think Like A Freak, they offer a blueprint for an entirely new way to solve problems, whether your interest lies in minor lifehacks or major global reforms. The topics range from business to philanthropy to sports to politics, all with the goal of retraining your brain Subscribe, Share, Mobile links & Time-stamps below! 0:00 Introduction 5:05 About the Author 7:25 Ch1: Think Like a Freak 13:10 Ch2: Three Hardest Words 18:45 Ch3: Whats Your Problem 24:55 Ch4: Think Like A Child 32:10 Ch5: Freakanomics 39:40 Next Time & Goodbye! 44:45 Da Newz YouTube: https://youtu.be/6AaPNMoAfm8 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheNiche

Chapter 1 What's Freakonomics about"Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" is a popular non-fiction book written by economist Steven D. Levitt and journalist Stephen J. Dubner. The book takes an unconventional approach to exploring various economic concepts and their applications in real-world situations. It uses economic principles to analyze and uncover surprising connections between seemingly unrelated topics such as crime rates, parenting, drug dealing, and even names. "Freakonomics" delves into the hidden motivations behind human behavior and challenges conventional wisdom by presenting thought-provoking insights derived from the authors' research and analysis.Chapter 2 Why is Freakonomics ValuedAccording to reddit comments on Freakonomics, Freakonomics is valued for several reasons: 1. Unique Perspective: Freakonomics offers a fresh and unconventional approach to understanding the world through an economic lens. The authors use economic principles to explore various topics, ranging from crime to parenting, demonstrating how incentives shape human behavior in unexpected ways. 2. Engaging Writing Style: Levitt and Dubner present complex economic concepts in a captivating and accessible manner. They use storytelling, real-world examples, and data analysis to make their arguments compelling and thought-provoking, making economics relatable to a wider audience. 3. Thought-Provoking Insights: Freakonomics challenges conventional wisdom, encouraging readers to question assumptions and delve deeper into the economic forces driving social phenomena. The book's ability to provide surprising and counterintuitive explanations to everyday phenomena makes it appealing to those seeking alternative perspectives. 4. Interdisciplinary Approach: Instead of solely relying on traditional economic approaches, Freakonomics draws from other disciplines such as sociology, psychology, and statistics. This interdisciplinary approach allows for a broader examination of societal issues, providing readers with a more comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing human behavior. 5. Impactful Topics: By examining controversial and intriguing subjects like cheating in schools, drug dealing, and racial disparities, Freakonomics addresses important and relevant issues that capture the public's attention. The book's ability to shed light on these topics from an economic standpoint makes it both informative and engaging. 6. Practical Applications: Freakonomics not only offers insights into various phenomena but also provides practical applications of economic thinking in daily life. It encourages readers to think critically and apply economic principles to understand the incentives underlying decision-making processes in different contexts. Overall, Freakonomics' value lies in its ability to challenge readers' preconceptions, present information in an engaging manner, offer thought-provoking insights, and demonstrate the practicality of applying economic principles to diverse aspects of life.Chapter 3 Freakonomics SummaryIn this article, we delve into the captivating insights offered by the groundbreaking book Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner. Join us as we unravel the...

Michael Chasen is the co-founder and CEO of Class Technologies Inc., the maker of Class. He is an entrepreneur who has dedicated his career to improving the way people live and learn. Most notably, Chasen served as co-founder and CEO of Blackboard Inc., a pioneering edtech company with software used by over 20,000 institutions in more than 70 countries by 20 million teachers and learners worldwide.Recommended Resources:The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference by Malcolm GladwellOutliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm GladwellMalcolm Gladwell PodcastFreakonomics by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. DubnerFreakonomics Podcast

Steven D. Levitt và Stephen J. Dubner là hai cái tên không hề xa lạ với độc giả Việt Nam với những tựa sách Kinh Tế Học Hài Hước, Siêu Kinh Tế Học Hài Hước, Tư Duy Như Một Kẻ Lập Dị. Và lần này, với Khi Nào Cướp Nhà Băng, hai nhà kinh tế học trẻ người Mỹ lại nói lên thực trạng có phần phi lý đang tồn tại ngay trước mắt mà chúng ta không hề hay biết bằng cách tư duy độc đáo và dí dỏm trong những câu hỏi như:Tại sao nên cướp nhà băng vào buổi sáng thứ Sáu mỗi tuần?Tại sao chúng ta chẳng bao giờ đưa tiền boa cho tiếp viên hàng không?Tại sao Pepsi sẽ không trả cả đống tiền để mua công thức bí mật bị đánh cắp của Coca Cola?Mua vé máy bay giá rẻ liệu có tốt hay không?…--Về Fonos:Fonos là Ứng dụng âm thanh số - Với hơn 3.000+ nội dung gồm Sách nói có bản quyền, Ebook, Tóm tắt sách, Thiền định, Truyện ngủ, Nhạc chủ đề, Truyện thiếu nhi. Tất cả chương 1 đều miễn phí, tải app ngay: https://fonos.link/PCFonos--Tìm hiểu thêm về Fonos: https://fonos.vn/Theo dõi Facebook Fonos: https://www.facebook.com/fonosvietnam/

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This series is sponsored by Unpacking Israeli History.This episode is sponsored by Daf Yomi with Shaul C. Greenwald, a fast-moving energetic daf shiur, delivered with clarity and intensity. In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to a series of guests who have made aliyah about the practical factors involved with building a life in Israel.Serena Benovitz, Chana Berkowitz, Yehoshua Fass, Edo Lavi, and Ahron Levi shed light on the nuances and complexities involved in moving to Israel, though for many of us, the mere thought of uprooting our lives and going to an unfamiliar place is intimidating enough. In this episode we discuss: What inspires people to leave their homes and begin anew in Israel?What are the difficulties that come with making aliyah?What does the process of moving to Israel generally involve?Tune in to hear a conversation about what is unique about deciding to lead a Jewish life in the Jewish state.Serena Benovitz Interview: 11:58Chana Berkowitz Interview 37:17Yehoshua Fass Interview: 43:27Edo Lavi Interview: 1:40:10Ahron Levi Interview: 2:08:18Aliyah—the "pilgrimage" of moving to Israel that literally translates to "ascent"—is a multi-layered subject. We are joined by Rabbi Yehoshua Fass of Nefesh B'Nefesh to break it down.Rabbi Yehoshua Fass is Co-Founder of Nefesh B'Nefesh and has served as the organization's Executive Director since 2002. After receiving his rabbinic ordination and degrees in biology and education from Yeshiva University, Rabbi Fass assumed the position of Associate Rabbi of the Boca Raton Synagogue of Florida and served as a member of the Beit Din of the Orthodox Rabbinical Council.This episode is sponsored by Daf Yomi with Shaul C. Greenwald, a fast-moving energetic daf shiur, delivered with clarity and intensity. The shiur moves swiftly through the daf, while still managing to explain well the difficult portions of the sugya. The shiur is available daily on all podcast platforms, All Daf, and on Torah Anytime.References:The Koren Mahzor for Yom Haatzma'ut and Yom Yerushalayim by Jonathan SacksGenesis 12Nefesh B'NefeshTzidkas HaTzadikFreakonomics by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubnerהארץ אשר אראך by Rabbi Shnayor Burton

0:00 Coming Up 0:30 Intro 1:01 Remember by Lisa Genova: https://amzn.to/3XJ8mgZ 2:00 brief history of nearly everything by bill bryson: https://amzn.to/3WLpZLS 3:27 Think Like a Freak by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner: https://amzn.to/3XK2X9F 4:50 Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari: https://amzn.to/3JmFrLm 6:01 Smarter Faster Better by Charles Duhigg: https://amzn.to/3Y4n9CV 7:11 Brief Answers to the Big Questions by Stephen Hawking: https://amzn.to/3jg6QEo 8:08 What If? by Randall Munroe: https://amzn.to/40eujGr 9:13 Quiet by Susan Cain: https://amzn.to/3H8BR4M 10:42 Bonus Book: From good to great by Jim Collins: https://amzn.to/3wE5Qga 11:51 Recap

This time around, it's my distinct pleasure to welcome a fellow podcaster, Annalee Newitz (@annaleen), to talk about their forthcoming novel, The Terraformers, out January 31st, 2023, from wherever fine books are sold! We get to hear an excerpt from the book that leads us into a great discussion about transit gays, flying moose romance, and robot trans culture, among other things.   Things we mention on this episode:   Tumblr Mastodon I-5 cattle ranches Dune, by Frank Herbert Friends at the Table Jeffrey Tumlin Plate tectonics Chuck Tingle Michael Hobbes Maintenance Phase If Books Could Kill Freakonomics, by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner The Tipping Point, by Malcolm Gladwell Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind, by Yuval Noah Harari Charlie Jane Anders Our Opinions are Correct The myth of progress episode Brad DeLong  Four Lost Cities, by Annalee Newitz Annalee's website and tiktok

Kinh Tế Học Hài Hước - cuốn sách bán chạy nhất theo bình chọn của New York Times - với hơn 4 triệu bản được dịch ra 35 thứ tiếng, thực sự là cuộc cách mạng trong tư duy khiến bất cứ ai từng đọc qua cũng phải thay đổi cách nhìn nhận về thế giới xung quanh. Ở cuốn sách tiếp theo, Steven D. Levitt và Stephen J. Dubner cùng cuốn Siêu Kinh Tế Học Hài Hước sẽ lại một lần nữa mở ra cho những thính giả quen thuộc cũng như lần đầu biết đến họ một cái nhìn mới sâu sắc hơn, dí dỏm hơn và cũng đầy ngạc nhiên hơn.Sách nói Siêu Kinh Tế Học Hài Hước sẽ bùng nổ với những câu hỏi đáng suy ngẫm xong không kém phần thú vị:- Tại sao một cô gái đứng đường lại giống ông già Noel trong cửa hàng bách hóa?- Làm thế nào để tóm dính một phần tử khủng bố?- Giông bão, trụy tim và tai nạn giao thông giống nhau ở điểm gì?- Lòng vị tha và sự vô cảm - thứ nào dễ kiểm soát hơn?- Có thể cứu thế giới bằng việc ăn thịt một con kangaroo không?Bằng những suy luận dí dỏm kết hợp với khả năng kể chuyện tài tình, Levitt và Dubner đã lần lượt giải đáp những khúc mắc cho các vấn đề như: sự nóng lên toàn cầu; vì sao mại dâm ngày nay lại rớt giá thê thảm hay tìm hiểu xem mọi người phản ứng ra sao khi bị kích động. Thế giới thông qua nhãn quan của các tác giả đầy hiện thực - có tốt, xấu, kỳ dị, và hơn hết là "siêu hài hước".--Về Fonos:Fonos là ứng dụng sách nói có bản quyền. Trên ứng dụng Fonos, bạn có thể nghe định dạng sách nói của những cuốn sách nổi tiếng nhất từ các tác giả trong nước và quốc tế. Ngoài ra, bạn được sử dụng miễn phí nội dung Premium khi đăng ký trở thành Hội viên của Fonos: Tóm tắt sách, Ebook, Thiền định, Truyện ngủ, Nhạc chủ đề, Sách nói miễn phí cho Hội viên.--Tải ứng dụng Fonos tại: https://fonos.app.link/tai-fonosTìm hiểu về Fonos: https://fonos.vn/Theo dõi Facebook Fonos: https://www.facebook.com/fonosvietnam/Theo dõi Instagram Fonos: https://www.instagram.com/fonosvietnam/Đọc các bài viết thú vị về sách, tác giả sách, những thông tin hữu ích để phát triển bản thân: http://blog.fonos.vn/

My Podner in this episode is Michael Peterson and he's going to talk with us today about the mistakes that new franchisors typically make during their first year of operation. Some of these mistakes can be quite expensive, while others can lead to the death of your entire system. If you are a newly minted franchisor, or if you are about to start your journey, this is one that you won't want to miss.   Time Stamps Michael Peterson Intro 00:00:31 Segment 1 00:02:37 Get to know Michael Peterson Segment 2 00:20:39 Topic Segment – New Franchisor Pitfalls Segment 3 01:03:05 Quickdraw Questions   Topics Discussed in this Episode Key areas franchisors miss in their first year: Pre-launch Not getting the FDD to fully capture the business model. This leads to something so prevalent that I came up with a name for it; the 2nd year re-write. So many franchisors make massive changes to their second year FDD either because they didn't capture the existing model in the first year, or they didn't have someone walk them through the thought processes they should be going through on every item before they commit it to paper. Having “to be implemented” clauses in their agreements. The most common one I have seen here is a national ad fund, though I have seen tech fees quite a few times as well. When your franchisee #1 or #2 has been operating for 3 years, paying you your royalty only, and suddenly you decide your system is big enough to justify the advertising fund of 1-3%, believe me they will not be happy. Start taking this from day one, even if you turn around and spend it in their market. Cutting corners or coming in underfunded. This is probably the #1 cause of failure of young franchisors. Deciding to write an operations manual in-house, find the cheapest franchise attorney possible (or, worse yet, trying to do an FDD without a franchise attorney), not having quality marketing materials, not having funds set aside for franchise sales; these are so self-defeating. A bad operating manual can lead to system problems and even litigation. If you succeed as a franchisor you will end up using a good franchise attorney, if you start out with inexperienced or ineffective counsel, you'll just pay in negotiation, litigation, or just headaches before you switch to better counsel. Your marketing materials are your first impression, you have to make them count. Franchise sales cost money, period. If you don't have a good marketing budget you will struggle to grow. Think about this. Each year, you are going to spend between $6,000 and $25,000 on renewal, depending on how many registration states you go into and how complicated your audit is. I would guess the average is close to $12,000. If your lead generation spend results in one sale, then you have an extra $12,000 in costs for that sale. If you have a robust budget and someone solid handling franchise sales, and you award 3 franchisees, then the renewal is only adding $4,000 cost-per-close. Big difference. Post Launch Hands down, the biggest mistake a franchisor can make is bringing in the wrong franchisee. If you have been doing all the ‘right' things, spending money, having a professional franchise sales person either in-house or outsourced, reaching out to brokers to talk about your brand, and 6 or 12 or even 18 months in you don't have a franchise sale, that can be frustrating. It also might happen; the first franchisees are the hardest to find (lets delve into that). I have seen this situation cause many franchisors to award a franchise to someone they shouldn't and regret it for years to come. Not having a culture of compliance from day 1 is another seemly small issue that will come back to haunt you. If your FA calls for quarterly or annual financials from your franchisees, get them even if you don't know what to do with them! If your franchisees have a required add spend, monitor it from day one. Or better yet, engage with them and help them spend it correctly, but either way make sure they are spending it. If there is a clause you are not enforcing from day one, throw it out. A problem many new franchisors think they wish they had; growing too fast. I have been in this position. I am talking about 4 stores open in January and 120 open that December fast! Trust me, you don't want this kind of growth out of the gate. Compromising to get a deal. . . I put this one last because it very well may be something you need to do. As I mentioned, first franchisee is HARD! It may be may be reasonable, appropriate, or even necessary to ‘give' on the first franchisee, maybe even on the first few. But be careful. If you are giving a bigger territory, are you really setting that franchisee up so that there is no chance of you putting someone into the same market and putting local brand awareness 100% on their shoulders? Are you offering a refund clause that you can't really afford, from a capital cost of onboarding stance? Make sure your attorney is involved here and be careful. And again, don't be afraid to say no and walk away.   Books Mentioned Think Like a Freak by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner   The Memory Illusion By Julia Shaw   Eye of the World Robert Jordan     Michael Peterson www.franchisebeacon.com michael.peterson@franchisebeacon.com 949-282-7304   Kit Vinson www.franman.net kit.vinson@franman.net 214-736-3939 x 101  

How does one go from being a young marketing coordinator at a company to spearheading its international marketing campaigns as CMO? Susan Vitale, the Chief Marketing Officer at the talent acquisitions company iCIMS, joins us to discuss her unique 17-year marketing journey there. She shares how her early days at iCIMS helped prepare her for the CMO role and offers valuable advice on overcoming self-doubt when stepping into a new position.Tune in to learn:About Susan's journey from marketing coordinator to CMO at iCIMS (5:00) About what it's like to have a global marketing directive at iCIMS (18:30) About the importance of experimentation in marketing (23:10)Mentions:“Freakonomics”  by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner“Women's History Month | An Interview with iCIMS CMO, Susan Vitale”Marketing Trends is brought to you by Salesforce Marketing Cloud. For more great marketing insights, sign up for The Marketing Moments newsletter. You'll get ideas to help you build better customer relationships, invites to upcoming events, and access to the latest industry research. Subscribe at https://sforce.co/MarketingMoments

Tim Moore talks about the long-term effects of the US crack cocaine epidemic on gun violence. “Guns and Violence: The Enduring Impact of Crack Cocaine Markets on Young Black Males” by William N. Evans, Craig Garthwaite, and Timothy J. Moore. *** Probable Causation is part of Doleac Initiatives, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. If you enjoy the show, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution. Thank you for supporting our work! *** OTHER RESEARCH WE DISCUSS IN THIS EPISODE: “The White/Black Educational Gap, Stalled Progress, and the Long-term Consequences of the Emergence of Crack Cocaine Markets” by William N. Evans, Craig Garthwaite, and Timothy J. Moore. “Youth Violence, Guns and the Illicit-drug Industry” by Alfred Blumstein. Episode 16 of Probable Causation: Stephen Billings. “The Emergence of Crack Cocaine and the Rise in Urban Crime Rates” by Jeff Grogger and Michael Willis. “Measuring Crack Cocaine and its Impact” by Roland G. Fryer Jr., Paul S. Heaton, Steven D. Levitt, and Kevin M. Murphy. “The Social Costs of Gun Ownership” by Philip J. Cook and Jens Ludwig. “It's the Phone, Stupid: Mobiles and Murder” by Lena Edlund and Cecilia Machado. “The Role of Gun Supply in 1980s and 1990s Youth Violence” by Wm. Alan Bartley and Geoffrey Williams. “Firearms and Violence Under Jim Crow” by Michael D. Makowsky and Patrick L. Warren. “The Emergence of the Crack Epidemic and City-to-Suburb Mobility Between and Within Ethno-Racial Groups” by Takuma Kamada. “Illegal Drugs and Public Corruption: Crack Based Evidence from California” by Alessandro Flamini, Babak Jahanshahi, and Kamiar Mohaddes. “Opioid Use, Health and Crime: Insights from a Rapid Reduction in Heroin Supply” by Timothy J. Moore & Kevin T. Schnepel. Episode 5 of Probable Causation: Kevin Schnepel. Episode 27 of Probable Causation: Benjamin Hansen. “Causes and Consequences of Illicit Drug Epidemics” by Timothy J. Moore and Rosalie Liccardo Pacula.

Có rất nhiều vấn đề đơn giản đến phức tạp trong cuộc sống, đôi khi tư duy như một kẻ lập dị sẽ giúp bạn giải quyết chúng một cách gọn gàng và thông minh hơn. Đó là thông điệp ngắn gọn nhưng súc tích, được hai tác giả Steven D Levitt & Stephen Dubner nhấn mạnh trong cuốn sách này. Mọi người thường có xu hướng suy nghĩ và hành động theo đám đông, do vậy với những vấn đề quan trọng, chúng ta thường xin lời khuyên từ bạn bè, đồng nghiệp và người thân. Điều này đương nhiên không có hại trong ngắn hạn. Thế nhưng về lâu về dài việc hỏi ý kiến những người xung quanh sẽ dẫn bạn đi theo lối mòn đã mở sẵn, một tư duy kém đổi mới mà nếu tự suy ngẫm theo hướng khác, đột phá hơn, lập dị hơn, bạn sẽ mở ra một hướng giải quyết thông minh và khôn ngoan hơn. Trong cuốn sách, Steve D.Levitt & Steph J.Dubner - đồng tác giả của hai cuốn sách vô cùng lý thú pha chút hóm hỉnh Kinh Tế Học Hài Hước và Siêu Kinh Tế Học Hài Hước, sẽ một lần nữa dùng lối văn phong phá cách của mình để “mở khóa tư duy” của mọi người. --Về Fonos:Fonos là ứng dụng sách nói có bản quyền. Trên ứng dụng Fonos, bạn có thể nghe định dạng sách nói của những cuốn sách nổi tiếng nhất từ các tác giả trong nước và quốc tế. Ngoài ra, bạn được sử dụng miễn phí nội dung Premium khi đăng ký trở thành Hội viên của Fonos: Truyện ngủ, Nhạc thư giãn, Thiền định, Tóm tắt sách.--Tải ứng dụng Fonos tại: https://fonos.app.link/tai-fonosTìm hiểu về Fonos: https://fonos.vn/Theo dõi Facebook Fonos: https://www.facebook.com/fonosvietnam/Theo dõi Instagram Fonos: https://www.instagram.com/fonosvietnam/Đọc các bài viết thú vị về sách, tác giả sách, những thông tin hữu ích để phát triển bản thân: http://blog.fonos.vn/

Saya membahas buku Freakonomics karya Steven D. Levitt dan Stephen J Dubner. Buku ini membahas bagaimana menggunakan ilmu ekonomi untuk menjelaskan berbagai hal yang ada di masyarakat. Misalnya, apakah pengedar narkoba semua kaya raya? Kenapa seseorang bisa curang? Bagaimana kita bisa memanipulasi informasi yang orang lain tidak tahu? Pertanyaan ini menawarkan kita untuk berpikir sebuah masalah dengan lebih dalam dan uniknya pertanyaan ini bisa dijelaskan melalui ilmu ekonomi. Penulisnya berusaha memberikan kita perspektif baru dalam melihat dunia dan pada akhirnya, kita pun bisa melihat dunia dengan sudut pandang yang berbeda.

Saya membahas buku When to Rob a Bank karya Steven D. Levitt dan Stephen J. Dubner. Buku ini membahas bagaimana menjawab fenomena sosial dari sudut pandang ahli ekonomi. Mereka berusaha menjawab beberapa pertanyaan unik dan nyeleneh, misalnya seperti kapan waktu terbaik untuk merampok sebuah bank? Kenapa produk yang dijual di tempat berbeda memiliki harga yang berbeda, padahal barangnya tetap sama? Penjelasan dari Steve akan memberikan kita perspektif menarik yang out of the box.

In episode 92 of Climb In Consulting Nick speaks with Jonathan Davis, managing director at Avaloq. Jonathan started his career at Anderson Consulting in the late 1980s where he managed to get his foot in the door despite not having the educational success of many of his peers. That didn't stop him working his way up from the unloved outsourcing department to become an equity partner at the time of its IPO. Since then, he's taken on a number of varied and challenging roles ranging from attempting to buy a small car manufacturer to helping turn around Capco, to leading FIS's £400m Middle East and African business. As you can imagine, he's learned a huge amount along the way about what makes good teams tick and how to build colleague and client relationships that really work. As well as the ups and downs of his career, Nick and Jonathan delve deeper into the human side of consulting, including: - How Jonathan overcame his own insecurities to have the successful career he has - The secrets to motivating your team and how to get everyone on the same page to achieve a common goal - And why getting your top table right is critical to your consultancy's success Few people in our industry can match Jonathan's breadth of experience and he brings a huge number of valuable insights to this conversation. Whatever stage of your career you are at, whether you're attempting to break into the consulting business, refine your leadership skills or try something a little different, this is a conversation well worth listening to. Get in touch with Jonathan at – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-davis-a56a5/ Or through – jonathan.davis@avaloq.com Find out more about Avaloq at – https://www.avaloq.com/ Specific things discussed in the show Getting to Yes: Negotiating an agreement without giving in by Roger Fisher and William Ury – https://amzn.to/30kV1Dh Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner – https://amzn.to/3n4SMMQ Open: An Autobiography By Andre Agassi – https://amzn.to/3oiRH3A

After moving to Wisconsin from Texas I started working as a carpenter's apprentice who built custom homes. One day I saw an ad in the paper to be a home inspector. I worked for that company for a couple of years before starting my own contractor business in St. Paul, Minnesota. We grew to around $25 million in yearly sales and opened 7 locations across the country.  After exiting my contractor business and taking some time off I decided to start a contractor consulting business. About four years in, we had an epiphany about what the ideal business model for contractors should be. We found most contractors focus on operations, such as marketing, sales, recruiting, and hiring, but often they overlook foundational components like leadership, finance, accountability, and HR. You can't have a great culture without a good leader and you can't have good processes without accountability.      The two problems we see most often that cause a contractor to go out of business are poor financial decisions and a lack of leadership. When we start working with a business leader, we help them get control of their business so they can achieve financial freedom. The biggest difference between a contractor that is doing less than a million in revenue and one doing 20 to 50 times that amount is the large business has strong leadership, a solid company culture, and a repeatable process. The smaller business is likely to not have processes and a leader that is shooting from the hip more than leading their team.  Anybody can be a leader, but I see a lot of confusion about what it truly means to be a great leader. We boil it down to two basic areas that focus on understanding your strengths and weaknesses. The confusion with weaknesses is sometimes people spend too much time trying to improve them. That doesn't mean you ignore your weakness, but the truth is you will accomplish more if you simply hire someone strong in those areas and let them do what they are gifted in. The super skill that any leader can and should develop is the ability to connect with others on a personal level. Especially when it comes to our employees when they feel seen and heard it is much easier to align their interests with yours.  Resources Shared: ContractorCoachPROContractor Radio PodcastFreakonomics by Steven D. Levitt & ‎Stephen J. DubnerLeadership and Self-Deception by Arbinger InstituteThryv

Todays talking points derive from the book "Think Like A Freak" written by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner. I read a passages out of the first chapter that explain why the 3 words "I Don't Know" are the hardest to say in the English language. I then discuss how relative and true that is for todays society and at the forefront is our Elected Officials and prominent "Experts." The consequences of saying "I Don't Know" are far greater than being wrong and unfortunately it has a lasting impact on innocent people! Is admitting that you don't have the answer really that big of a deal? Why not just admit you are not sure and then go research the answer? And how often are so called "Experts" right about predictions they make? This is an extremely eye opening podcast that provides a perception that most people probably have not considered or looked into! Any questions or comments can be forwarded to my email: michaelkee2415@gmail.com Also go subscribe to my Youtube channel for an array of information regarding Investing and the Stock Market: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTSPLJ0N0mRmru7ZxCUY8dg --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-kee/support

หนังสือ Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything ของ Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner - รู้หรือไม่ว่า เศรษฐศาสตร์เป็นแขนงหนึ่งของการรวบรวมข้อมูลที่น่าประหลาดใจเหมือนกัน - ถ้าหากว่าเรานำสุนัขไว้ใกล้ตัวตลอด ไม่ว่าทั้งตอนนอนหลับหรือว่าตอนตื่น เราจะพบว่าสุนัขจะอายุสั้นกว่าปกติ - สิ่งที่น่าเหลือเชื่อคือสถิติคนตายจากปืนน้อยกว่าคนจมน้ำตาย แสดงว่าปืนอันตรายน้อยกว่าสระว่ายน้ำอย่างเห็นได้ชัด - สถิติเป็นเรื่องน่าพิศวง เพราะว่าบางครั้งมันอาจจะทำให้เราไม่เชื่อว่าสิ่งที่เราคิดกับความเป็นจริงนั้นแตกต่างกันอย่างสิ้นเชิง - การอ่านหนังสือเล่มนี้ ก็เหมือนเราได้รู้ความจริงบางอย่างที่เราไม่เคยได้เรียนรู้ สาระอาจจะไม่ค่อยมีแต่สิ่งที่ได้คือความแปลกใจมากกว่า

1. Sự khích lệ có thể ảnh hưởng tới túi tiền, lòng tự hào, và lương tâm của bạn 2. Sự khích lệ là một thứ phụ thuộc vào bối cảnh: những thứ hiệu quả vào ngày nắng chưa chắc đã hoạt động vào ngày mưa 3. Các chuyên gia có thể tận dụng lợi thế về kiến thức để khai thác những người không có chuyên môn nhằm kiếm lời 4. Chuyên gia có thể sử dụng sự sợ hãi và lo lắng để lừa những người không có chuyên môn 5. Internet đã thực sự làm giảm đi lợi thế thông tin của chuyên gia 6. Khi những người bán hàng không cung cấp thông tin hợp lí, khách hàng thường trừng phạt họ bằng việc giả định ra điều tồi tệ nhất 7. Mọi người thường hay lo lắng vô lý về những rủi ro khi thì quá hiển hiện, lúc thì quá xa vời đối với họ 8. Chúng ta thường giả định sai lầm rằng chỉ bởi vì hai thứ xảy ra cùng một lúc, thì việc này là nguyên nhân gây ra việc còn lại 9. Khi lí giải cho mối quan hệ nhân quả, chúng ta có xu hướng sử dụng những nguyên nhân hiển hiện ngay trước mắt mà bỏ qua những nguyên nhân sâu xa Lời kết

You can subscribe and listen to every episode of the "Unleash the Awesome" podcast at https://gambrill.com/podcast .0:37 "Doesn't everyone know that already?!"1:52 "How to Do Free Market Research Leveraging the Power of Amazon, Google, Facebook, YouTube, and More" - Episode 55 of "Unleash the Awesome"https://gambrill.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-do-free-market-research-leveraging-the-power-of-amazon-google-facebook-youtube-and-more .3:05 Four stages of competence - Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Four_stages_of_competence .4:01 "People will cut a check for speed." - Bari Baumgardner https://www.instagram.com/poweredbysage .4:12 "Conquering the Confidence/Competence Loop" - Episode 6 of "Unleash the Awesome"https://gambrill.simplecast.com/episodes/conquering-the-confidence-competence-loop .7:51 Steve Levitt, Ph.D.: "A rogue economist’s view on climate change, mental health, the ethics of experiments, and more" Episode 154 of "The Peter Attia Drive Podcast"https://peterattiamd.com/stevelevitt/ .8:05 "Freakonomics - A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" - Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubnerhttps://amzn.to/3wCnBex .10:35 Digital Marketing Mentorship with Dave Gambrill Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/dmmdavegambrill .Need some help deciding what tech tools to use in your side hustle or business? Check out my series called "Tech Tools Tuesday" with Dave Gambrill at https://gambrill.com/ttt .   #unleashawesome #entrepreneur #curseofknowledge #ownit #ownyourfuture #projectnext #goyow #funnelhacker #kajabi #10x #leadership #tagr #futureproof #success #t3 #t3dg #knowledgebroker #membershipgroup  #continuityprogram #entrepreneurship #promotions #leadership #management #sidehustle #davegambrill #stevelevitt #peterattia #freakonomics #superfreakonomics #expertsecrets #digitalmarketing #mentorship #mentor #influencer #authority #expert #successpath #stumclaren CONSUMER NOTICE: You should assume that I have an affiliate relationship and/or another material connection to the providers of goods and services mentioned in this podcast and may be compensated when you purchase from a provider. You should always perform due diligence before buying goods or services from anyone via the Internet or offline.

In this episode, we explore Freakonomics, a unique take on the economic landscape co-written by economist Steven D. Levitt and journalist Stephen J. Dubner. Freakonomics is not your typical econ book. In fact, it is quite the contrary as it appeals to readers of all knowledge levels and interests. The book's purpose is to simply examine the hidden side of life. Topics include the truth about real-estate agents, the myths of campaign finance, and so much more. If we were to classify Freakonomics, it would be in the mysterious alternative economic genre. Join us as we uncover the secrets of an undiscovered economic scene! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Our Great Coach on the Episode is rugby's Dwayne Nestor Dwayne is an Australian professional rugby coach with over 14 years coaching elite level rugby. He's the current Head Coach of the Australian Women's International Rugby Team, the Wallaroos. In 2016, he coached the Perth Spirit to a Championship and joined the coaching staff of the Wallaroos, the Australian Women's International Rugby Team in 2017 becoming their Head Coach in 2018. Outside of Rugby, Dwayne is a strong advocate for the development of coaches and individuals through his organisation SiSu Life, where he specialises on the mental development of athletes and professionals in creating high performance mindsets. Dwayne's website: https://www.sisulife.com.au/ The key highlights of this interview were His insights in creating a suit of armour to protect yourself against self-doubt by doing the hard work in training and preparation, Getting the very best out of his players to execute consistently under pressure and, after so many years of elite coaching he can still be surprised by the high levels of self-awareness in his playing group. The books Dwayne references; 'Rebel Ideas: The Power of Diverse Thinking' by Mat Syed 'Freakonomics' by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J Dubner If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at thegreatcoachespodcast@gmail.com or contact us through our website thegreatcoachespodcast.com

These may not sound like typical questions for an economist to ask. But Steven D. Levitt is not a typical economist. He studies the riddles of everyday life—from cheating and crime to parenting and sports—and reaches conclusions that turn conventional wisdom on its head. Freakonomics is a groundbreaking collaboration between Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner, an award-winning author and journalist. They set out to explore the inner workings of a crack gang, the truth about real estate agents, the secrets of the Ku Klux Klan, and much more.

Today I'm chatting with my awesome friend Joey Wilson, who is a Schwarzman scholar, global shaper and Cancer researcher at Cambridge University with a Startup called Alaunius, which deals with electronic health records. A must-listen if you're interested in the medical field or health-tech sector. But it's also littered with powerful insights on goals, success, network and the entrepreneurial journey.      In this episode you will learn about: How to identify problems where there is opportunity for impactful solutions The astounding potential of blockchain The future of medicine How to come up with great ideas Interesting thoughts on success and failure The myths about “business” And so much more...   Things mentioned in this episode: Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner: https://amzn.to/36PwYL3 Think like a Freak by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner: https://amzn.to/36Yr6iX Permanent Record by Edward Snowden: https://amzn.to/36TlTsE Nebula Genomics: https://nebula.org/ Wikipedia: https://www.wikipedia.org/ Open Yale courses: https://oyc.yale.edu/courses MIT courses: https://ocw.mit.edu/index.htm Scott H. Young: https://www.scotthyoung.com/blog/ Global Shapers: https://www.globalshapers.org/ Google's Project Baseline: https://www.projectbaseline.com/ The Secret by Rhona Byrne: https://amzn.to/2X3sz2y    “Sometimes the journey teaches you a lot about the destination.” — Drake (and Joey ;))     Connect with Joey! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeywilsoniii/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jwils3rd/ Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminarte/   My Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/yasminaellins/    Share your key takeaway on instagram and I will repost you!   Edited by the wonderful Jake Babineau. You could say he's an audio genie. Check him out on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jake_babineau/   (affiliate links included)

I'd always been interested in comedy, but I was completely terrified to go up on stage. But now  I'm obsessed. I interview as many of my favorite comedians on the show as I can, so I could learn from them. I want to know everything. Not just from comedians. But from everyone in the industry. And Dani Zoldan, owner of Stand Up NY, is the one who convinced me go on stage consistently. So I went up 6x a week. I got good. Stand-up comedy is by far the hardest skill I've ever wanted  to learn. And now, I needed to reflect. I've been doing stand up close to 3 years now. I own part of a comedy club. I've gone all in. I wanted Dani to interview me because he was the person who encouraged me the most in the beginning. This is my stand up journey...   Links and Resources Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J Dubner   The Bell House  Stand Up NY - go to standupny.com/thetightfive for a course to develop your best 5 minutes of stand up  Ep. 316 - Aaron Berg: The Fearless Comedian (How He Find the Funny) Judah Friedlander Judah Friedlander: America Is the Greatest Country in the United States 30 Rock Ep. 325 - Godfrey: Flex Your Comedy Muscle  Luna Lounge Marc Maron  Aspen Laugh Festival Dave Chappelle  Louis CK Ep. 343 - Tony Rock: The Process to Get ANY Idea Off the Ground  Anthony Jeselnik Ep. 344 - Barry Michels: This Is What's Really In Your Subconscious Mind  The Tools: 5 Tools to Help You Find Courage, Creativity and Willpower-and Inspire You to Live Life in Forward Motion by Barry Michels  Brian Regan's talk at Google  Chris Rock  Bo Burnham  Amy Schumer  Ep. 327 - Dante Nero: From Stripping to Comedy: How to Switch Careers Ep. 251 - Geno Bisconte: Let Yourself Laugh! Seinfeld Johnny Carson Seth Rogen Rodney Dangerfield Guys We Fucked Podcast Tuesdays With Stories! Race Wars Recode   I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltucher.com/podcast. Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "The James Altucher Show" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts Stitcher iHeart Radio Spotify   Follow me on Social Media: Twitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram ------------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltuchershow.com------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe to "The James Altucher Show" wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsiHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on social media:YouTubeTwitterFacebookLinkedIn

"Paradoxes are powerful. The main paradox when it comes to being charismatic that you want to create, is to create the paradox of strength & warmth ." -Isaiah HankelMost people believe charisma is something you've either got or you don't - that you're somehow born with it. Not so according to our guest for episode 284.Dr. Isaiah Hankel is an author, biotech consultant and successful owner of three multi-national businesses. He's worked with clients such as Amgen, Pfizer and Roche. And he's presented at such esteemed academic institutions as Harvard, Stanford, Oxford, Cambridge and The Curie Institute.MORE ABOUT THIS SHOW:Isaiah Hankel has a Ph.D. in Anatomy and Cell Biology but at one point he was a sheep farmer! He was also diagnosed with ADD and ADHD and he struggled through much of his academic career. It was that struggle which helped him understand how to focus in a way that allows him to create dozens of entrepreneurial endeavors, build thriving relationships and travel the world as a speaker and author.Today he combines what's he has learned from his sheep, his academic studies and his entrepreneurial life to speak to audiences around the world on focus, purpose and other topics, like charisma.That's one of the topics we touch on: the actual science behind charisma: what makes one person interesting and another person forgettable. He says the charisma that makes one person interesting can actually be scientifically proven because it can be broken down into components and studied. He gives us the 7 components of charisma and the studies behind each!The finer details of this show include:What is the skill set that 60% of job applicants lack?True or false: there's a small “brain” in your gut?The best and worst days to ask for a raise, according to studies.What trick can you use if you find your mind drifting while talking to someone?People 90% more likely to get this after a raise, what is it?And so much more!One of the key components of charisma we talk about at length is being present. And we don't mean “I'm one with the Earth now” or creepy, scary tool guy present! The kind of present we mean is showing up to give another person or a project our undivided attention and focus to effectively create partnerships, relationships, and the business results we want.We go into the other six components of charisma (expressiveness, sensitivity, self-control, clarity, mystery and paradox) in detail too. We discuss what each component means, the scientific studies behind the importance of each component and tools to begin practicing today.One of the fundamental takeaways to get from Isaiah is that charism and the ability to influence others is knowing when and what is best for the other person, not just yourself.We went on to talk about other aspects of emotional intelligence and sensitivity, one of the components of charisma. For example, Isaiah also tells us why reading fiction material actually increases emotional intelligence. He points out which types of fiction do this the best, so you can take action on this nugget now.Other actionable content Isaiah shares is willpower depletion and how to rule your emotions with an iron fist.On the topic of willpower depletion, Isaiah gives us two scientific studies that prove we have a finite amount of willpower we can use throughout the day and how stress and worry actually deplete those levels and lower performance.On ruling your emotions with an iron fist, he shares how we can stay even-keeled no matter what emotions we're feeling or their intensity levels. By simply doing the opposite of what we're feeling we can balance our emotions out. He also gives us a specific question we can ask ourselves to rule our emotions with an iron fist - both awesome nuggets you can use right now!Dr. Isaiah really was a fascinating guest, clearly he's got the charisma thing down because I will remember this episode for a long, long time! I think you'll get a ton of actionable items out of this interview so I hope you enjoy it.Resources from this episode:Isaiah's web siteIsaiah on TwitterBlack Hole Focus, Isaiah's bookRobert Greene on The Art of CharmThe Hour Between Dog and Wolf, John CoatesFreakonomics, Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. DunberYou'll also like:-The Art of Charm Toolbox-Best of The Art of Charm PodcastHELP US SPREAD THE WORD! If you dug this episode, please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review!  This is what helps us stand out from all the fluff out there. Ways to subscribe to The Art of Charm Click here to subscribe via iTunesClick here to subscribe via RSSYou can also subscribe via Stitcher FEEDBACK + PROMOTION Hit us up with your comments and guest suggestions. We read EVERYTHING. Download the FREE AoC app for iPhoneEmail jordanh@theartofcharm.comGive us a call at 888.413.7177 Stay Charming!

Presenter Rana Mitter, is joined on the BBC stage at the Hay Festival by writer and provocateur, PJ O'Rourke and the Freakonomics authors, the economist Steven D Levitt and journalist Stephen J Dubner to discuss decision-making, how emotional and economic stability leads to self-absorbtion, how difficult it is to stop and think about anything and why there is such a gulf between the economic and political and personal rationales for the nature of health care provision here in the UK, the US and around the world.