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The Economics of Everyday Things

Freakonomics Network & Zachary Crockett
Romance Novels
Michelin Stars
Harlequin
Self Storage
Feminism In Publishing
Self-Publishing
Economic Impact Of Literature
E-Books
Diversity In Literature
Clover Hill
Americans
Culinary Technique
Kara Kolojee
My Sharona
Alinea
Fine Dining
Brooklyn Heights
Card Counting
Casinos
Sound Effects

Who decides which snacks are in your office’s vending machine? How much is a suburban elm tree worth, and to whom? How did Girl Scout Cookies become a billion-dollar business? In bite-sized episodes, journalist Zachary Crockett looks at quotidian things and finds amazing stories. To get every show in the Freakonomics Radio Network without ads and a monthly bonus episode of Freakonomics Radio, star... more

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Does anyone ever win the giant teddy bear? Zachary Crockett steps right up. This episode was originally published on August 6th, 2023.

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Most sports bars rarely screen women's games. Zachary Crockett taps into the strategy of one woman who set out to change the channel. This episode was originally published on July 30th, 2023.

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Once a luxury good, the soft fiber is now everywhere — which has led to a goat boom in Mongolia. Zachary Crockett tugs at the thread. This episode was originally published on July 23rd, 2023.

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Only the finest restaurants have a chance to bask in their glow. Sometimes, it’s a bit too bright. Zachary Crockett squints at the menu. This episode was originally published on July 16th, 2023.

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Recent Guests

Cheryl Cooky
Professor at Purdue University studying gender and sports
Purdue University
Episode: 12. Women’s Sports Bars
Miigmarjav Serchu
Sustainable cashmere advocate managing the Mongolian Sustainable Cashmere Platform for the United Nations.
United Nations
Episode: 11. Cashmere
Carolyn Yim
Runs PlyKnits, a boutique knitwear company based in New York and Hong Kong.
PlyKnits
Episode: 11. Cashmere
Charlie Mitchell
Co-owner and executive chef at Clover Hill, Brooklyn Heights
Clover Hill
Episode: 10. Michelin Stars
Nick Kokonis
Co-owner of several restaurants in Chicago, including Alinea
Alinea
Episode: 10. Michelin Stars
Frank Vasallo III
A retired real estate developer and collector of low-digit Delaware license plates.
Fusco Management
Episode: 8. Delaware License Plates
Aaron Dunphy
A broker for Delaware license plates, running a marketplace for low-digit tags.
Low-Digit Tags
Episode: 8. Delaware License Plates
Peter Larson
President of Black Hills Institute of Geological Research in Hill City, South Dakota.
Black Hills Institute of Geological Research
Episode: 6. T. rex Skeletons
Thomas Carr
Director of the Carthage Institute of Paleontology.
Carthage Institute of Paleontology
Episode: 6. T. rex Skeletons

Host

Zachary Crockett
Host who explores the hidden stories behind everyday objects and industries, providing insights into the economics of daily life.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 4.8k ratings
  • Fantastic

    Fantastic and great educational podcast. Come back please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uralriver
    United Statesa month ago
  • Please come back!

    Incredible pieces of bite-size audio journalism. This was an important part of my Sunday evenings. Zachary, please consider coming back - even with a pay model. I’d be in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ehc momma
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show, I hope you can come back soon!

    I learn something every time with the Economics of Everyday Things. Great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    klqfirever
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent and entertaining show

    Love this podcast. I learned a lot and the episode timing (~20 min) is perfect. I was disappointed to find out the show went on hiatus. Hopefully it comes back.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Canad-eh-Dian
    Canadaa month ago
  • Hope this show comes back soon!

    Love this show! I tell so many friends about it. Hope you find a new home for it soon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Economist-wannabe
    United Statesa month ago

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#73
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#42
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#129
United Kingdom/Business
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#68
Australia/Business
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#173
Italy/Business
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#123
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

90. Closed Captions
Q: When you watch TV, do you always use the captions?
No, I never have captions on in my house because I sit in front of a computer and deal with that all day.
81. Guide Dogs
Q: What challenges do guide dog owners face in public spaces?
Guide dog owners often face misunderstandings about their rights and the presence of their service animals, which can lead to public access challenges.
81. Guide Dogs
Q: What is the role of the Seeing Eye in training guide dogs?
The Seeing Eye trains guide dogs through a thorough process that includes breeding, raising, and educating them to assist visually impaired individuals effectively.
73. Used Bookstores
Q: What kinds of books are easiest to sell?
Paperback fiction tends to sell quickly, especially in genres like science fiction and fantasy, while some popular crime fiction and hardcover books are harder to move.
73. Used Bookstores
Q: How do you decide if a big collection of books is worth investing in?
I usually go through and find the most valuable books, get a really exact sense of what we're going to price those, and then go through other books.

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Exploring the hidden economics behind everyday items and services, this collection of bite-sized episodes brings to light the often-underappreciated intricacies that influence daily life. Host Zachary Crockett investigates a wide array of topics, from the dynamics of the cut flower industry and the significance of shoe repair, to the economics of gas stations and miniature golf. Each episode features insightful discussions and expert guests that illuminate how even the most mundane aspects of life are steeped in economic principles, consumer behaviors, and historical context. Listeners can expect to uncover fascinating stories that reveal the deeper implications of everyday objects and activities in an engaging, informative manner.

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4. Charlie Mitchell
5. Nick Kokonis
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