People I (Mostly) Admire
Freakonomics Radio + StitcherFreakonomics co-author Steve Levitt tracks down other high achievers for surprising, revealing conversations about their lives and obsessions. Join Levitt as he goes through the most interesting midlife crisis you’ve ever heard — and learn how a renegade sheriff is transforming Chicago's jail, how a biologist is finding the secrets of evolution in the Arctic tundra, and how a trivia champion memor... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 231 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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Amaryllis Fox is a former C.I.A. operative and host of the Netflix show The Business of Drugs. She explains why intelligence work requires empathy, and she soothes Steve’s fears about weapons of mass destruction. This episode originally aired on Apri... more
Steve Levitt is obsessed with golf — and he’s pretty good at it too. As a thinly-veiled ploy to improve his own game, Steve talks to two titans of the sport: Greg “The Shark” Norman, who was the world’s top-ranked golfer for more than six years; and ... more
Khan Academy grew out of Sal Khan’s online math tutorials for his extended family. It’s now a platform used by more than 115 million people in 190 countries. So what does Khan want to do next? How about reinventing in-school learning, too? Find out w... more
He’s the chief creative officer of Pixar, and the Academy Award-winning director of Soul, Inside Out, Up, and Monsters, Inc. Pete Docter and Steve talk about Pixar’s scrappy beginnings, why it costs $200 million to make an animated film, and the movi... more
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- Incredibly Disappointing re-air of Attia
Incredible that Leavitt and Dubner would re-air this episode given the details of Attia’s affiliation with Epstein. Have you read the details of Attia and Epstein? I’m shocked and officially done with Freakonomics radio.
Apple Podcasts1M from Ann Arbor
United States3 months ago - 👎
With guests like Peter Attia what could possibly go wrong?
Apple Podcasts1GEFtheMongooseUnited States3 months ago - Just say no to the grifter Attila
He’s a pseudo scientist and intellectual who really isn’t an expert in most things he pontificates about.
Apple Podcasts5AK0008United States3 months ago - Usual Freakonomics Blindspot
One of the greatest weaknesses of Dubner and Leavitt is their inability to question their own assumptions or beliefs. For example, Leavitt just re-aired his interview with Peter Attia without a single mention of Epstein or their texts. Doing so would have required Leavitt rethinking his relationship to someone he liked and followed and that’s just not how he acts. Question others is fine. Questioning himself or his friends isn’t for the Freakonomics team.
Apple Podcasts1Dusty Baker Street IrregularsUnited States3 months ago - Tone deaf & offensive
Several news outlets revealed Peter Attia was named in the Epstein files, “arranging visits”even when his wife was giving birth. And yet, just WEEKS later, the rebroadcast of his interview is posted here. With ZERO
acknowledgement of the connection and zero regard for the victims. I’ve always been a fan of Freakanomics. I admittedly prefer Dubner over Levitt, especially since this podcast is largely interviews leaning towards cringey exaggerated flattery rather than inquiry. It’s no great loss t... more
Apple Podcasts1KDBklynUnited States3 months ago
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What is People I about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A show that pairs a renowned economist with exceptional guests across fields to unpack big ideas at the intersection of science, policy, and real-world impact. Conversations span education reform, creativity in storytelling, crime and public policy, technology and government, mental health, data literacy, and longevity—often anchored by personal anecdotes and practical takeaways. The format blends rigorous inquiry with accessible, human-centered storytelling, making complex topics feel approachable and applicable for professionals seeking actionable insights and fresh perspectives.
A standout aspect is the breadth of guests, from educators and scientists to technologists, athletes, magicians, and policymakers, all chosen for their track re... more
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1. Greg Norman
2. Mark Broadie
3. Sal Khan
4. Pete Docter
5. John Donohue
6. Marina Nitze
7. Robert Sapolsky
8. Emily Oster
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