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Breakfast Leadership ShowWhy Productivity Fails Without Flow States | Steven Puri on Focus, Remote Work, and SukhaEpisode Overview
In this episode, Michael sits down with Steven Puri, a former Hollywood studio executive turned founder of Sukha, to explore career reinvention, sustainable creativity, and the science behind focus and flow. Drawing from Steven’s journey through the film industry and his transition into building tools for deep work, the conversation uncovers practical strategies for productivity, work-life balance, and long-term creative success.
From Hollywood Sets to Studio Executive Leadership
Steven and Michael begin by unpacking Michael’s career trajectory in the film industry, from working directly on major motion pictures to stepping into senior executive lead...
2026-01-2636 min
ZAAL 948. Nieuwjaarsspecial - The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, Looper & The Graduate🎬 Thema: Oud & nieuw – Terugblikken, vooruitkijken, verdwalen 🧳🕰️🧑🏻🎓Aflevering 48 van ZAAL 9 is een extra lange Nieuwjaarsspecial! We starten met een terugblik op het filmjaar 2025: jullie tops en flops passeren de revue, samen met onze persoonlijke hoogte- en dieptepunten van het jaar.Daarna duiken we onder het thema "oud en nieuw" in drie films die elk op hun manier draaien rond tijd, verandering en het verlangen naar iets anders. Aan bod komen: "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" (2013), "Looper" (2012) en "The Graduate" (1967)."The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" (2013) – Een visueel stijlvolle en dromerige ode aan het avontuur in de alledaagse...
2026-01-132h 50
POLITICO TechRebroadcast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt on AI, Hollywood and owning your ‘digital self’Joseph Gordon-Levitt has been called a “Luddite” and “anti-tech,” but the actor, filmmaker and entrepreneur insists he’s actually dazzled by artificial intelligence. He just has qualms with the tech companies building it, and how they’re compensating people for their work and data. On POLITICO Tech, host Steven Overly met up with Gordon-Levitt on the sidelines of an Aspen Digital event in Washington, D.C. to discuss AI’s consequences for creatives, and what he wants from the tech industry and from policymakers.
This episode originally published on June 19, 2025.
Steven Over...
2025-11-1328 min
Mise en ScreenEpisode 06b: Highest 2 Lowest (Full Spoilers)This is our spoiler filled section for not only Spike Lee's Highest 2 Lowest but also the original Akira Kurosawa film High and Low. We talk about pretty much everything that happens in the second half of both films, what we liked and did not like about how each film handles the same overarching scenario and how they differ in execution. Next week we will be discussing Ne Zha 2 the Chinese animated fantasy adventure comedy film written and directed by Jiaozi, as well as the original Ne Zha. Works Cited "Akira Kurosawa: Composing Movement" (Every...
2025-08-291h 05Mise en ScreenEpisode 06a: Highest 2 Lowest (No Spoilers)In this non-spoiler episode we discuss both Spike Lee's latest joint Highest 2 Lowest which sees the famed director reteaming with Denzel Washington in a reinterpretation of the classic Akira Kurosawa film from 1963: High and Low. We discuss the first half of both films, their differences and similarities in focus and execution of the same premise (taken from the novel King's Ransom: An 87th Precinct Mystery is a novel by Evan Hunter). Tomorrow (Friday, August 29) we will premiere the spoiler section of our show and announce the next film we will be watching. Works Cited "...
2025-08-281h 34
DraftsmenThe Intermediate PlateauStan and Marshall talk about the frustrating "intermediate plateau" a stage where artists feel stuck. They explore causes like boredom, complacency, and unclear goals, and give advice on how to push through using feedback, mentorship, passion projects, and risk-taking.
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2025-07-221h 07
Breakfast Leadership ShowSimplify to Scale – Real Talk on Small Business Growth with Justin Abrams from Aryo ConsultingIn this episode, Michael D. Levitt sits down with Justin, founder of Aryo Consulting Group, to unpack small businesses' real-world challenges in today’s fast-paced economy. With a track record of helping over 350 companies—ranging from scrappy startups to established enterprises—Justin brings practical insight into what works (and what doesn’t) when scaling a business.
🚧 Growth Isn’t Glamorous—It’s Gritty
Small and large businesses alike are battling similar dragons: customer acquisition costs, fragmented attention spans, and complex marketing ecosystems. Michael points out a deeper cultural issue—how society often champions the underdog, only to tear them down o...
2025-07-1430 minPOLITICO TechJoseph Gordon-Levitt on AI, Hollywood and owning your ‘digital self’Joseph Gordon-Levitt has been called a “Luddite” and “anti-tech,” but the actor, filmmaker and entrepreneur insists he’s actually dazzled by artificial intelligence. He just has qualms with the tech companies building it, and how they’re compensating people for their work and data. On POLITICO Tech, host Steven Overly met up with Gordon-Levitt on the sidelines of an Aspen Digital event in Washington, D.C. to discuss AI’s consequences for creatives, and what he wants from the tech industry and from policymakers.
Steven Overly is the host of POLITICO Tech and covers the intersecti...
2025-06-1928 min
The Book Cast بوك كاستSteven D. Levitt's book, "Think Like A FreakSteven D. Levitt's book, "Think Like A Freak
2025-05-2119 min
The Thoughts on Selling™ PodcastSales Mindset Transformation with Steven EthridgeIn this episode of the Thoughts on Selling podcast, I welcome Steven Ethridge, an accomplished sales trainer, coach, and expert in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). Our conversation dives into the pivotal roles that mindset and intentional communication play in driving meaningful sales outcomes.Steven shares his structured two-part methodology: Sales Mindset Self-Mastery and his NLP-based Five-Step Sales Process. He highlights how a salesperson's internal belief system shapes external performance and how aligning communication with a buyer's motivations fosters authentic connections and improved results.Key discussion points:Mindset as a foundation. Steven explains how reshaping...
2025-05-0842 min
Concierge Medical Marketing PodcastEpisode 40: Empowering Patients with Cancer Treatment Advocacy with Chad LevittIn this episode of the Concierge Medical Marketing Podcast, Dr. Chad Levitt shares his journey from a traditional oncology practice to founding OnCare MD, a virtual oncology advocacy service. He discusses the importance of patient education, empowerment, and the integration of technology in cancer care. Dr. Levitt emphasizes the need for patients to be informed consumers in their healthcare journey and how his practice aims to fill the gaps in traditional oncology care. The conversation also touches on the potential for growth and collaboration within the healthcare landscape.Chapters00:00...
2025-04-2441 min
Baking ScrapsSteven LevittIn this episode of Baking Scraps, Lisa & Cristina chat with our buddy Steven Levitt, a standout contestant from both Season 5 of The Great Canadian Baking Show and the most recent Holiday Baking Championship. Known for his unique way of infusing joy into baking, Levitt shares insights into his journey from amateur baker to television competitor. He discusses the challenges and joys of baking under pressure, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at his experiences on popular baking shows. Whether you're a fan of baking competitions or simply love all things pastry, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the...
2025-04-231h 33
The Thoughts on Selling™ PodcastWill AI replace sales people? Assist you? It's your choice!In this episode, I sit down with Steven Werley, a sales expert, entrepreneur, and endurance athlete with a background in both marketing and military service. We dive into why pushing yourself to do hard things—whether in sports, business, or sales—builds resilience and long-term success.Steven shares his insights on the role of AI in sales, explaining that AI isn’t here to replace salespeople but to help them perform better. By automating follow-ups, streamlining call reviews, and taking over tedious CRM tasks, AI allows sales teams to focus on high-value interactions. We also discuss his latest...
2025-02-2448 min
DESIGNERS ON FILMSeven Days in May (1964) with Steven HellerSteven Heller has spent a lifetime in design, publishing, and education with accolades including but not limited to the AIGA Medal for Lifetime Achievement, Art Directors Club Hall of Fame Special Educators Award, The Pratt Institute Herschel Levitt Award, the Society of Illustrators Richard Gangel Award for Art Direction, and the Smithsonian National Design Award. Steven authored, co-authored, and/or edited over 200 books on design and visual culture, and with his wife Louise Fili he has produced over twenty books and design-centric products for Chronicle Books and other publishers. Steven shares his thoughts about why 1964's Seven Days in...
2025-01-1651 min
BigIdeas.FM: Audiobooks delivered as conversational podcasts!Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt: A rogue economist explores the hidden side of everythingFreakonomics by Steven D. LevittGet the book: https://amzn.to/40hxy29Which is more dangerous, a gun or a swimming pool? Which should be feared more: snakes or french fries? Why do sumo wrestlers cheat? In this groundbreaking book, leading economist Steven Levitt—Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago and winner of the American Economic Association’s John Bates Clark Medal for the economist under 40 who has made the greatest contribution to the discipline—reveals the answers. Joined by acclaimed author and podcast host Stephen J. Dubner, Levitt presents a brilliant—and brillian...
2024-12-3124 min
People I (Mostly) Admire147. Is Your Gut a Second Brain?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...
2024-12-2157 min
Chaptered MindsThink Like a Freak by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. DubnerIn Think Like a Freak, Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner, authors of Freakonomics, share unconventional strategies for solving problems and making decisions by challenging conventional thinking. Through engaging stories and unexpected insights, they encourage readers to adopt a curious, open-minded approach to understanding complex issues. This episode explores their tips for thinking creatively and breaking free from standard problem-solving methods, inspiring listeners to view the world through a 'freak' perspective.
2024-11-1222 min
Freakonomics RadioAbortion and Crime, Revisited (Update)With abortion on the Nov. 5 ballot, we look back at Steve Levitt’s controversial research about an unintended consequence of Roe v. Wade. SOURCES:John Donohue, professor of law at Stanford Law School.Steve Levitt, professor emeritus of economics at the University of Chicago and host of People I (Mostly) Admire.Jessica Wolpaw Reyes, professor of economics at Amherst College. RESOURCES:“The Impact of Legalized Abortion on Crime Over the Last Two Decades,” by John J. Donohue and Steven D. Levitt (The National Bureau of Economic Research, 2019).“The Demise of the Death Penalty in Connecticu...
2024-10-2854 min
Deep Dive Podcasting BooksFreakonomics by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. DubnerFreakonomics
A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything
Freakonomics explores the hidden face of everyday events through economic analysis. The book exposes the reasons behind unexpected patterns, such as the drop in crime in the 1990s, corruption in sumo wrestling, and the influence of children's names on their lives. Levitt and Dubner argue that by analyzing the motivations and incentives behind human behavior, we can better understand how the world works. The book uses case studies and statistical data to challenge conventional wisdom and offer fresh perspectives on a range of topics, from...
2024-10-2228 minThe Book Cast بوك كاستThink Like a Freak", by Steven Levitt and StephenThink Like a Freak", which was written by Steven Levitt and Stephen
2024-10-1409 min
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2024-10-0400 min
Bookey App 30 mins Book Summaries Knowledge Notes and MoreUnlocking the Hidden Side of Everything: Exploring 'Freakonomics' by Steven D. LevittChapter 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:
2024-09-1013 min
Baking ScrapsSteven LevittBaking Scraps presents a delectable episode featuring the delightful Steven Levitt, renowned runner-up on Season 5 of the Great Canadian Baking Show. Join us as we dive into a tantalizing conversation about all things baking and the captivating world of chocolate. With Steve and Cristina both embracing their newfound passion for all things chocolate, the episode unfolds in a symphony of anecdotes.We explore our favourite confectionary delights and unravel the mysteries of chocolate with our esteemed guest. In a riveting exchange that brims with warmth and enthusiasm, our conversation with Steven Levitt lasted wayyy too long...
2024-06-1944 min
"Escucha, Aprende, Inspírate""Freakonomics" de Stephen J. Dubner y Steven LevittEn este episodio de OwlCast, nos sumergimos en el fascinante mundo de "Freakonomics" de Steven D. Levitt y Stephen J. Dubner. Acompáñame, Juan Amazol, mientras exploramos cómo los principios económicos pueden desentrañar la verdad detrás de los comportamientos humanos y fenómenos sociales cotidianos. Desde el poder de los incentivos hasta la importancia del contexto, pasando por el impacto de las pequeñas decisiones y el papel crucial de los expertos, descubriremos cómo cuestionar la sabiduría convencional y utilizar el análisis de datos para tomar decisiones más informadas.
2024-06-1223 minBreakfast Leadership ShowTuesday Tips: Harnessing Hardiness: Turning Stress into Success with Dr. Steven SteinDr. Steven Stein, PH.D., a world-renowned clinical psychologist, international best-selling author, and leading expert on psychological assessment and emotional intelligence, instead.
Dr. Stein has released, Hardiness: Making Stress Work for You to Achieve Your Life Goals (2020) and Emotional Intelligence for Dummies, 2nd edition (2023) to help individuals improve their emotional understanding, enhance their work performance, and leverage stress for personal growth and life satisfaction.
Dr. Stein also consults with numerous reality TV shows, including Big Brother Canada, The Amazing Race Canada, MasterChef Canada, Bachelor Canada, Bachelor in Paradise, Blown Away, and many others, providing psychological expertise and candidate selection assessments. You can...
2024-06-0420 minBreakfast Leadership ShowMotivation Monday: Reviving the Legacy of Swimming: A Conversation with Hasty Awards Owner Steven Hasty
Hasty Awards Owner Modernizes Swimming Magazine
Steven Hasty, owner of Hasty Awards and partner of Jack Hallahan, shared his interest in a recent partnership to modernize Swimming World magazine. Hasty's connection to the magazine dates back to his childhood when it was a monthly source of information on the swimming competitions he and his father followed. After being asked to join the magazine's board at the Swimming Hall of Fame, Hasty saw the opportunity to refresh the publication's content and distribution. Michael expressed his support for Hasty's endeavor, emphasizing the continued relevance of print magazines and the value of nostalgia...
2024-05-2723 min
Book Summaries 2024Freakonomics A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything by Levitt and Dubnerhttps://amzn.to/3K2bDmuFreakonomics applies the tools of economics to explain real-world phenomena that are not conventionally thought of as "economic." Authored by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner, Freakonomics argues that data analysis and incentives can explain a lot about human behavior, and that a great deal of what experts and conventional wisdom tell us is wrong. As they explore these themes, the authors give us some powerful—and highly counterintuitive—insights into why the world is the way it is.
2024-05-1100 min
Book Summaries 2024Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. DubnerFreakonomics applies the tools of economics to explain real-world phenomena that are not conventionally thought of as “economic.” Authored by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner, Freakonomics argues that data analysis and incentives can explain a lot about human behavior, and that a great deal of what experts and conventional wisdom tell us is wrong. As they explore these themes, the authors give us some powerful—and highly counterintuitive—insights into why the world is the way it is.
2024-04-2500 minPeople I (Mostly) Admire129. How to Fix Medical ResearchMonica Bertagnolli went from a childhood on a cattle ranch to a career as a surgeon to a top post in the Biden administration. As director of the National Institutes of Health, she’s working to improve the way we find new treatments — despite regulatory constraints and tight budgets. SOURCE:Monica Bertagnolli, director of the National Institutes of Health. RESOURCES:"Steven Levitt and John Donohue Defend a Finding Made Famous by 'Freakonomics'," by Steven Levitt and John Donohue (The Economist, 2024)."Why 'Freakonomics' Failed to Transform Economics," (The Economist, 2024)."Steven D. Levitt (Freakonomics Co-Author and U Chic...
2024-04-1355 min
The Time of Monsters with Jeet HeerFarewell to FreakonomicsSteven 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 n...
2024-03-1833 min
ericmckay4 's Listen LaterSteven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and U Chicago Econ Prof) on His Career and Decision to Retire From Academic Economics Podcast: The Capitalism and Freedom in the Twenty-First Century Podcast (LS 34 · TOP 3% what is this?)Episode: Steven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and U Chicago Econ Prof) on His Career and Decision to Retire From Academic EconomicsPub date: 2024-03-13Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationSteven 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 r...
2024-03-141h 28
New Books in EconomicsSteven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and U Chicago Econ Prof) on His Career and Decision to Retire From Academic EconomicsSteven 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 researc...
2024-03-131h 28
New Books in Higher EducationSteven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and U Chicago Econ Prof) on His Career and Decision to Retire From Academic EconomicsSteven 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 researc...
2024-03-131h 28
The Capitalism and Freedom in the Twenty-First Century PodcastSteven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and U Chicago Econ Prof) on His Career and Decision to Retire From Academic EconomicsSteven 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 researc...
2024-03-131h 28The Capitalism and Freedom in the Twenty-First Century PodcastSteven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and U Chicago Econ Prof) on His Career and Decision to Retire From Academic EconomicsSteven 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 researc...
2024-03-131h 28
New Books in FinanceSteven D. Levitt (Freakonomics co-author and U Chicago Econ Prof) on His Career and Decision to Retire From Academic EconomicsSteven 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 researc...
2024-03-131h 28
The Bottom Line Pharmacy Podcast: Sykes & Company, P.A.The Complex World of Pharmacy Reimbursement and Negotiation Strategies With Frier LevittSend us a textThe sunsetting of DIR fees has brought about several changes to the percentages that payers have made up for different pharmacies.In some cases, you have the same payer and the same drug reimbursement with different rates at different times for different patients.On this special bonus episode of The Bottom Line Pharmacy Podcast, we sit down with Jesse C. Dresser, Esq. and Steven L. Bennet, Esq. with Frier Levitt to make sense of everything related to pharmacy reimbursement rates, negotiation strategies, understanding contracts with...
2024-03-0840 min
Read Book Briefs PodcastFreakonomics: Unveiling the Hidden Side of Economics and Everyday LifeWhat is the Freakonomics book about?
The book Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything, written by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner, is a non-fiction work that takes an unconventional approach to examining various societal phenomena. The authors use the tools of economics to analyze and explain different aspects of modern life that may not seem initially related to the field.
Freakonomics delves into diverse subjects such as cheating by teachers, the impact of legalized abortion on crime rates, the economics of drug dealing, the influence of parents' names on...
2023-11-0313 min
Resúmenes de lectura rápidaFreakonomics: Uncovering the Hidden Forces Driving our World
Why is Freakonomics book worth reading?
1. Unique perspective: The book offers a fresh and unique approach to analyzing and understanding various aspects of everyday life. It applies economic principles to unconventional topics, providing readers with a new way of looking at the world around them.
2. Engaging storytelling: The authors, Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner, use storytelling techniques to explain complex economic concepts in a fascinating and accessible manner. This makes the book enjoyable to read, even for those without a background in economics.
3. Thought-provoking insights: Freakonomics challenges conventional wisdom and encourages readers to question...
2023-11-0313 min
Big BrainsFreakonomics’ Steven Levitt On The Secret To Making Tough ChoicesOf the academic books that have become household names, “Freakonomics” must be at the top of the list. The 2005 book by University of Chicago scholar Steven Levitt and journalist Stephen Dubner created not only a whole new way of thinking about discovering answers to complex problems, but launched a media empire—from book sequel to a movie to a hit podcast.On this special episode, we sat down with Levitt during the inaugural UCPN Podcast Festival, to talk about the legacy of Freakonomics. Almost 20 years later, he told our audience how he views himself as a “data scientis...
2023-10-1939 min
Bookey SummaryThe Unconventional Insights of Freakonomics: Demystifying the Hidden Side of EconomicsChapter 1:what is the Freakonomics about"Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" is a book written by economist Steven D. Levitt and journalist Stephen J. Dubner. The book investigates various social, economic, and cultural aspects of life by applying economic principles and data analysis. The authors analyze unconventional topics such as the impact of legalizing abortion on crime rates, the economics of drug dealing, the reasons behind successful parenting, and the importance of incentives in various contexts. They also explore the hidden side of...
2023-10-0913 min
the Bestsellers SummaryUnveiling the Hidden Side of Economics: Exploring the Fascinating World of FreakonomicsChapter 1:what is the Freakonomics about
Freakonomics is a book written by economist Steven D. Levitt and journalist Stephen J. Dubner. The book explores various surprising and unconventional ways in which economic principles can be applied to understand and explain human behavior. It delves into a range of topics, including the economics of cheating, crime rates, parenting, abortion, drug dealing, and sumo wrestling. Levitt and Dubner use statistical analysis and economic theory to challenge common assumptions and shed light on hidden correlations and causations in society. The book aims to show readers how economic thinking...
2023-10-0813 min
English Academic Vocabulary Booster5367. 205 Academic Words Reference from "Steven Levitt: The freakonomics of crack dealing | TED Talk"This podcast is a commentary and does not contain any copyrighted material of the reference source.
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2023-09-222h 20
Future TrippingLily Levitt: On Disordered Eating. Struggling With & Recovering FromToday I have the privilege of talking with Lily Levitt. I first heard Lily share a bit about her life when talking with her father, Steven Levitt, on his podcast People I Mostly Admire - part of the Freakonomics network. In our conversation, she powerfully shares about her struggle with, and recovery from, disordered eating. I am extremely grateful she was open to joining us so we can learn from her tremendous wisdom and admirable honesty. instagram: @recoveryandiscoveryPeers.netNational Alliance for Eating DisordersTo learn more about Future Tripping, Laura’s wo...
2023-09-211h 05
Bookey App 30 mins Book Summaries Knowledge Notes and MoreFreakonomics: A Fascinating Journey into the Underlying LogicChapter 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.
2023-08-2413 min
2023-08-1629 min
Choiceology with Katy MilkmanAn Accidental Experiment: With Guests Steven Levitt, Solomon Ezra & Stephen SpectorScientifically sound, randomized experiments can be expensive and difficult to run. But there’s an alternative: It turns out that certain real-life situations can also generate useful scientific data. The trick is finding them.In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how events outside of our control can create opportunities for so-called natural or accidental experiments. The organizers of a heroic airlift transporting thousands of Ethiopian Jews to Israel broke the record for the flight with the most passengers. It was 1994, and the clock was ticking for Israeli intelligence per...
2023-08-1432 min
Famous Book Lessons & SummariesThink Like a Freak by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner - 3 key lesson learned from bookThink Like a Freak by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner - 3 key lesson learned from book
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Today we will be looking at 3 key lesson learned from book - Think Like a Freak
by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
Think Like a Freak by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner - 3 key lesson learned from book
Think Like A Freak teaches you how to rej...
2023-03-0904 min
The Infinite InningInfinite Inning 234: Innovators and HypocritesMark Armour and Daniel Levitt discuss their new book INTENTIONAL BALK: BASEBALL’s LONG AND SORDID HISTORY OF INNOVATION AND CHEATING. Plus tales: The Dodgers’ Uncle Robbie is a hypocrite about weight and one of the greatest Yankees managers does the right thing after an uncharacteristic blow-up. TABLE OF CONTENTSUncle Robbie Fat-Shames a Pitcher and We Learn a New Vocabulary Word*The Start of Joe Page and the End of Joe McCarthy*Mark Armour and Daniel Levitt: Is Cheating a Matter of Perspective?*Who Are the Sociopaths in Your Neighborhood?*Individual Cheating vs. Conspiratorial Cheating*William Shak...
2022-08-071h 52
Investering på hjernenBarndom og risiko med Morten HolmI psykologien er man opmærksom på, at vi kan have forhold i fortiden, der påvirker os. I økonomien tager man gerne udgangspunkt i at vi er rationelle beslutningstagere. De to udgangspunkter passer ikke helt sammen og nu har CBS kigget på data, der indikerer at psykologerne har ret - også når det handler om økonomi.Morten Holm er PhD og lektor på CBS' institut for regnskab. Det lyder måske lidt kedeligt og meget fokuseret på tal, men Morten blander også adfærd ind i sin hverdag. I Danmark indsamler det offentlige rigtig mange d...
2022-06-0753 min
Athletes and the ArtsDancing with the DiabloOn this episode, Steven and Yasi talk with the artistic and wellness pros behind Diablo Ballet, a professional dance company and ballet school in Walnut Creek, California. As they celebrate the end of their 28th season, we find out how they manage to keep health and wellness a priority, while maintaining artistic excellence. We also delve into the working relationships among the artistic director, principal dancers, and music composer in creating original ballets, while reflecting on staying afloat during a pandemic and handling the pressures of social media. Our guests are Dr Selina Shah MD, company physician...
2022-04-291h 10
More Movies Please!50/50Send us a textOn the podcast this time, Steven and Sean are dealing with heavy illnesses, heavy emotions, and heavy, um, love? Yeah, heavy love. It’s the 2011 film from Jonathan Levine, 50/50. It’s the episode subtitle, but I’m going to say it again: fuck cancer. This can’t be shouted from the rooftops enough. It’s a brutal, merciless, piece of crap disease that needs to be eradicated from this planet. I give my love to anybody who’s ever dealt with this terrible thing and my undying appreciation to the people who are work...
2022-01-1843 min
Đọc Sách Cùng DakotaSiêu kinh tế học hài hướcCuốn Kinh tế học hài hước là cuốn sách bán chạy nhất theo bình chọn của New York Times - với hơn 4 triệu bản được dịch ra 35 thứ tiếng. Siêu Kinh tế học hài hước 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.
Giờ đây, Steven D. Levitt và Stephen J. Dubner cùng cuốn Siêu kinh tế học hài hước sẽ l...
2021-12-247h 34
The Data Science Education PodcastThe Imperative for Data Science Education and application to Economics Education (feat. Steven Levitt)Access the full transcript for this episode“If I was in charge, Data Science would be a requirement at the collegiate level, the high school level, the junior high level, and at the grade school level … Data is so centric to everything, I think we’re missing the boat by not having it integrated into everything.” In this episode, Steven Levitt, the William B. Ogden Distinguished Service Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago and co-author of Freakonomics shares his experiences as a leader in the ‘Data Science for All’ movement and as an active propo...
2021-11-1928 min
Aiming for the Moon67. Freakonomics: Dr. Steven Levitt (Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago and #1 NYT Best-selling Co-author of "Freakonomics")Send us a textListen in to our conversation with Dr. Steven Levitt, professor of Economics at the University of Chicago. Dr. Levitt is best known for co-authoring the #1 NYT best-seller, "Freakonomics." Our Website: https://www.aimingforthemoon.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiming4moon/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Aiming4MoonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6-TwYdfPcWV-V1JvjBXk
2021-10-1529 min
Wednesdays with IASChill with IAS: Just do it!Making choices is hard – especially when it's a big one, like whether or not to quit your job or to break up with your partner. Life-altering decisions are nerve-wracking for many, but why? Professor Steven Levitt published an interesting article, and we were particularly fascinated by choices and the happiness they may (or may not) bring. In another addition to our segment "Chill with IAS," join Amy in a solo episode discussing what to do with hard choices!Sources:Warum große Veränderungen uns glücklicher machen (Welt.de) [Note: this webpage is in Germa...
2021-10-0713 min
Breakfast Leadership ShowInterview with Steven Van BelleghemSupport the Breakfast Leadership Network!
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2021-07-1428 min
Onze Supremos#038 Análise Econômica do Direito (com Uinie Caminha)Na conversa de hoje contamos com a participação da qualificadíssima professora Uinie Caminha, da Universidade de Fortaleza (UNIFOR). Adentramos nesse terreno pouco compreendido que tem ganhado espaço no mundo jurídico atual, a chamada Análise Econômica do Direito (AED). Discutimos sobre a epistemologia, metodologia e eventuais críticas à abordagem da AED de maneira leve e descomplicada.
Índice:
00:00 Vinheta
00:58 Apresentação da convidada
03:15 Introdução
08:50 Interseções entre diferentes áreas
11:48 Críticas equivocadas
17:02 AED e o dilema do prisioneiro
22:34 Má aplicação do método
28:50 Decisões do...
2021-03-191h 08
Breakfast Leadership ShowInterview with Steven LefkoffSupport the Breakfast Leadership Network!
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2021-03-0127 min
Ologies with Alie WardEconomic Sociology Pt. 2 (MONEY/FREAKONOMICS) with Steven Levitt and Anna Gifty Opoku-AgyemanPart 2 is here! Gamestop, #stonks, Universal Basic Income, how to incentivize things that are good for us, whether or not kids should have an allowance, Trekonomics and more. Economist, professor and “Freakonomics” co-author Steven Levitt joins to chat about everything from being cheap and what decision making costs our minds to the worth of the Amazon rainforest. Rising economics star and Harvard Fellow Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman graces us with her thoughts on the subreddit WallStreetBets, how we measure the health of the economy, dealing with bullies, and Gossip Girl. Hey, watch out: you’re about to like Economics.
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2021-02-0254 min
Ologies with Alie WardEconomic Sociology Pt. 1 (MONEY/FREAKONOMICS) with Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman and Steven LevittChoices! Trade-offs! Money! How much should you save? And how much should stimulus checks be? Don’t be scared by the term “economics,” especially since it doesn’t end in -ology. This 2-part Economic Sociology bonanza addresses the behavior that motivates the fiscal systems of the world, from avocado toast to retirement funds. Economist, professor and “Freakonomics” co-author Steven Levitt joins to chat about why we learn too much of the wrong math and how everything from marriage to dinner parties involves little choices rooted in economic principles. Rising economics star and Harvard Fellow Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman graces us with her tho...
2021-01-261h 18
Brief Audio BookFreakonomics (A Rogue Economist Explores The Hidden Side of Everything) by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner [Society & Technology] {#281} #BriefAudioBook - 1 January 2021Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
[Society & Technology] {#281} #BriefAudioBook - 1 January 2021
Freakonomics
A Rogue Economist Explores The Hidden Side of Everything
Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
15 min read
overview
What is the true essence of economics? Why do we make confident decisions about life? These questions bug a lot of people who are in dire need of answers. The tidbit of this book "Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores The Hidden Side of Everything."...
2020-12-3116 min
Feeling Good Podcast | TEAM-CBT - The New Mood TherapyAn Interview with Dr. Steven Hayes, Creator of ACT!Today's podcast features Dr. Steven C. Hayes, the founder of ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and author of 46 books, including his most recent book, The Liberated Mind, which is available on Amazon. We are joined by Dr. Jill Levitt, the Director of Training at the Feeling Good Institute in Mountain View, California. Dr. Hayes began by describing ACT, a form of psychotherapy aimed at increasing something he calls "psychological flexibility." He defines psychological flexibility as the ability to stay consciously in contact with the present moment, including the difficult thoughts, feelings, memories, and bodily sensations you may...
2020-12-141h 08
Attila on the WorldSteven Levitt: Freakonomics - Thoughts and PointsToday I will talk about the Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything book by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner.
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2020-12-0811 min
More Movies Please!The Night BeforeSend us a textOn the podcast this week, Steven and Sean are kicking off the holidays with hilarity and cheer! We’re giving our beloved Christmas traditions one final hurrah before having to accept that we’re old adults now in the 2015 film from Jonathan Levine, The Night Before. Right off the bat, I need to make clear that you should not, under any circumstances, do anything that Seth Rogen did in this film. I mean, who in the world takes that many drugs before a night out on the town with your three best...
2020-12-0752 min
thebusinessholicsFreakonomics, Abortion Lowers Crime, Dubner Levitt MentalityIn 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...
2020-11-2742 min
Steph's Business Bookshelf PodcastThink Like a Freak by Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner: Why morals can get in the way of the right answer About the Book 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. Along the way, you’...
2020-11-1513 min
EconTalkSteven Levitt on Freakonomics and the State of EconomicsAuthor and economist Steven Levitt is the William B. Ogden Distinguished Service Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago and host of the podcast "People I (Mostly) Admire." He is best known as the co-author, with Stephen Dubner, of Freakonomics. The book, published in 2005, became a phenomenon, selling more than 5 million copies in 40 languages. Levitt talks with EconTalk host Russ Roberts about the book's surprising success, the controversy it generated, and how it shaped his career. Levitt says, for him, "economics is about going into the world and finding puzzles and thinking about how understanding incentives or markets...
2020-11-091h 33
Pb Living - A daily book reviewA Book Review - Freakonomics Book by Stephen J. Dubner and Steven LevittThe book is a collection of articles written by Levitt, an expert who had gained a reputation for applying economic theory to diverse subjects not usually covered by "traditional" economists. In Freakonomics, Levitt and Dubner argue that economics is, at root, the study of incentives. The book's chapters cover: Chapter 1: Discovering cheating as applied to teachers and sumo wrestlers, as well as a typical Washington, D.C.–area bagel business and its customers Chapter 2: Information control as applied to the Ku Klux Klan and real-estate agentsChapter 3: The economics of drug dealing, including the...
2020-08-2111 min
Whose Filmography is it Anyway?Christopher Nolan: The Dark Knight Rises (2013)In this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Josh and Steven finish their deep dive into Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy. Given the run time of this episode it is easy to see just how deep of a conversation Josh and Steven go off on. Staring Christian Bale - in his final Bruce Wayne/Batman performance - Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, Joseph Gordon Levitt, Marion Cotillard, Michael Cane, and Morgan Freeman.
2020-07-141h 53Whose Filmography is it Anyway?Christopher Nolan: Inception (2010)On this episode of Whose Filmography is it Anyway? Steven and Josh go 4 dream layers deep into Christopher Nolan's film Inception. Staring Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Joseph Gordon Levitt, Ellen Page, Cillian Murphy, Marion Cotillard and an amazing ensemble.
2020-07-071h 27
Market Today46: Freakonomics by Steven D. LevittThese 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.
2020-07-0721 min
TubapappaTP 3: Steven David Levitt Gjest: Jostein HosetI denne podcasten får du ikke svar på hva som er farligst å eie av pistol og svømmebasseng. Men podcastgjest Jostein Hoset forteller mange rariteter om sin favorittmatematiker, samfunnsøkonom Steven David Levitt, som blandt annet er medforfatter til boka Freakonomics. Jostein er gründer, tidligere IT-mann og har tatt ivrig del som foreldre både i barnehage, barneskole og ungdomsskole. Finnes det noe matematikk i 2 terninger? Det skal vi finne ut mens vi løser oppgave 9 og 10 på eksamen vår 2016 Del 1.
2020-03-1931 min
BOOKASTER - TÓM TẮT SÁCH - WAVES - AUDIOBOOKS MIỄN PHÍTư Duy Như Một Kẻ Lập Dị (Think Like A Freak) - Stephen J. Dubner & Steven Levitt | Tóm Tắt Sách BookasterHãy tải ứng dụng Waves để cập nhật những tập podcast mới nhất và có những trải nghiệm miễn phí tuyệt vời nhất:
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Tư duy như một kẻ lập dị (Think like a freak) như một lược đồ hoạch định để tư duy khác biệt và sáng tạo. Cuốn sách mô tả những lợi ích của việc từ bỏ sự khôn ngoan từng trải truyền thố...
2020-01-2923 min
Step Inside A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Best-Selling.Superfreakonomics by Stephen J. Dubner, Steven D. LevittPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/154403to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Superfreakonomics
Author: Stephen J. Dubner, Steven D. Levitt
Narrator: Stephen J. Dubner
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 27 mins
Release date: 01-28-20
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 20 ratings
Genres: Microeconomics
Publisher's Summary:
Steven Levitt, the original rogue economist, and Stephen Dubner have been working hard, uncovering the hidden side of even more controversial subjects, from charity to terrorism and prostitution. And with their inimitable style and wit, they will take us on another even more gripping journey of discovery. Superfreakonomics will once again transform the way we look at the...
2020-01-287h 27
BOOKASTER - TÓM TẮT SÁCH - WAVES - AUDIOBOOKS MIỄN PHÍKhi Nào Cướp Nhà Băng (When To Rob A Bank) - Steven D. Levitt & Stephen J. Dubner - Tóm tắt sách BookasterHãy tải ứng dụng Waves để cập nhật những tập podcast mới nhất và có những trải nghiệm miễn phí tuyệt vời nhất:
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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 k...
2019-12-2120 min
The Young Entrepreneur's JourneyHow to Create Impactful Solutions with Joey WilsonToday 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 a...
2019-11-1444 min
Steven SpoilbergF16 - Trash oder Fresh, dass ist hier die Frage!!!Wir diskutieren über das Phänomen Trash-Filme
In dieser Ausgabe dabei:
Facebook WATCH - Noch nie davon gehört? Wir auch nicht!
APPLE Serie von und mit Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Grimmscher Horror in "Gretel und Hansel"
Fantasy-Horror in "Lighthouse"
Wir kategorisieren Trashfilme und besprechen welche Art sich lohnt und welche man eher links liegen lassen sollte (SEHR subjektiv)
Natürlich mit am Start: unsere letzten Sichtungen
2019-09-151h 22Breakfast Leadership ShowInterview with Steven KuhnSteven is a global business adviser, political consultant, best-selling author. He’s the Principal of S2K2 Precision Management with a proven track record transforming businesses. Steven specializes in advising clients on the best ways to leverage the assets they already have -- their strategic influence -- create more opportunities to generate revenue. His clients span all industries and continents and include the EU Parliament, German political parties, celebrities, and entrepreneurs.
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2019-08-1623 min
Breakfast Leadership ShowInterview with Steven KuhnSteven is a global business adviser, political consultant, best-selling author. He’s the Principal of S2K2 Precision Management with a proven track record transforming businesses. Steven specializes in advising clients on the best ways to leverage the assets they already have -- their strategic influence -- create more opportunities to generate revenue. His clients span all industries and continents and include the EU Parliament, German political parties, celebrities, and entrepreneurs.linkedin.com/in/stevenekuhnfacebook.com/Stevenkuhnofficialtwitter.com/stevenekuhninstagram.com/stevenekuhn
2019-08-1623 min
Inside The Newsroom#41 — Jessica Lessin (The Information)Hello! And welcome to another edition of the Inside The Newsroom podcast newsletter. Today’s guest is Jessica Lessin, founder and editor-in-chief of The Information. Jessica was a technology reporter at the Wall Street Journal for almost a decade before she launched her new platform in 2013, which focuses on covering solely technology companies. Below are links and post-game analyses of everything we talked about. Enjoy!The News Is About to Get Real ExpensiveHow much are you spending per month for your news? Add Spotify and Netflix on top of that and times it by 12. That ta...
2019-06-041h 00
DatabaseTalks at Google - When to Rob a Bank w/ Steven J. Dubner Steven J. Dubner joined us in the Google London office to talk about his new book When to Rob a Bank.
Why don't flight attendants get tipped? If you were a terrorist, how would you attack? And why does KFC always run out of fried chicken?
Over the past decade, Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner have published more than 8,000 blog posts on Freakonomics.com. Now the very best of this writing has been carefully curated into one volume, the perfect solution for the millions of readers who love all things Freakonomics.
Discover why taller people tend to make...
2019-05-2856 min
Breakfast Leadership ShowInterview with Steven Morris with Matter.coSteven Morris from Matter Consulting discusses how to evolve brands with purpose, promise, and profit.
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Book: The Beautiful Business
2018-08-1519 min
Breakfast Leadership ShowEpisode 073: Interview with Steven MorrisSteven Morris from TheMthDegree discusses how to evolve brands with purpose, promise and profit
2018-08-1519 min
Center for Advanced Studies (CAS) Research Focus Evidence Based Practice (LMU) - HDThe Economic Approach to Learning from DataCorruption among Japanese Sumo wrestlers, the relation between having a TV and fertility rates in India and the analysis of drug dealing gangs in Chicago – these are all topics for which one needs a second look to identify them as microeconomic questions which can be analyzed with the help of data. These are only but a few of everyday situations which Steven D. Levitt and the journalist Stephen J. Dubner illustrate in the books of the bestselling Freakonomics series. In his lecture Steven Levitt will lay out how data and (micro)economic reasoning can interact in order to analyze patterns th...
2018-08-071h 26
Center for Advanced Studies (CAS) Research Focus Evidence Based Practice (LMU) - SDThe Economic Approach to Learning from DataCorruption among Japanese Sumo wrestlers, the relation between having a TV and fertility rates in India and the analysis of drug dealing gangs in Chicago – these are all topics for which one needs a second look to identify them as microeconomic questions which can be analyzed with the help of data. These are only but a few of everyday situations which Steven D. Levitt and the journalist Stephen J. Dubner illustrate in the books of the bestselling Freakonomics series. In his lecture Steven Levitt will lay out how data and (micro)economic reasoning can interact in order to analyze patterns th...
2018-08-011h 26
The Edvice PodcastEP : 024 Closing the Achievement Gap. Action Research ReportIn this episode of The Edvice Podcast your host Steven Bauer reports on action research completed as it relates to closing the achievement gap.
Sources:
Edwards, J. (2009). Physical activity and test anxiety. School Science and Mathematics, 109, 5-6.
Escobar-Chaves, S., & Anderson, C. (2008). Media and risky behaviors. The Future Of Children / Center For The Future Of Children, The David And Lucile Packard Foundation, 18(1), 147-180.
Fryer, R. G., & Levitt, S. D. (2004). Understanding the Black-White test score gap in first two years of school. The Review of Economics and Statistics, 86, 447-464.
Haskins, R...
2016-02-1700 min
LongformEpisode 141: Stephen J. DubnerStephen J. Dubner is the co-author, with Steven D. Levitt, of Freakonomics. Their latest book, When to Rob a Bank, came out last week.
“I’ve abandoned more books than I’ve written, which I’m happy about. I’m very pro-quitting. We get preached this idea that if you quit something, if you don’t see something through to completion then you’re a loser, you’re a failure. I just think that’s a crazy way to look at things. But it’s also easy to overlook opportunity costs. Like, what could I be doing instead?”
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2015-05-1348 min
Begin The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Breakthrough!When to Rob a Bank by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. DubnerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/153482to listen full audiobooks.
Title: When to Rob a Bank
Author: Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
Narrator: Stephen J. Dubner, Steven D. Levitt, Erik Bergmann
Format: mp3
Length: 8 hrs and 13 mins
Release date: 05-05-15
Ratings: 4 out of 5 stars, 2,782 ratings
Genres: Economic Conditions
Publisher's Summary:
2015-05-058h 13
Discover the Libray of Best Audiobooks in Nonfiction and Social SciencesWhen to Rob a Bank Audiobook by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. DubnerListen to the full audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: When to Rob a Bank
Subtitle: ...And 131 More Warped Suggestions and Well-Intended Rants
Author: Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
Narrator: Stephen J. Dubner, Steven D. Levitt, Erik Bergmann
Format: Unabridged
Length: 8 hrs and 13 mins
Language: English
Release date: 05-05-15
Publisher: HarperAudio
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2123 votes
Genres: Nonfiction, Social Sciences
Publisher's Summary:
When Freakonomics was initially published, the authors started a blog - and they've kept it up. The writing is more casual, more personal, even more outlandish than in their books.
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2015-05-058h 13
Discover the Best Audio Stories in Self-Improvement, Career DevelopmentWhen to Rob a Bank: ...And 131 More Warped Suggestions and Well-Intended Rants by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. DubnerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/233298 to listen full audiobooks. Title: When to Rob a Bank: ...And 131 More Warped Suggestions and Well-Intended Rants Author: Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner Narrator: Therese Plummer, Stephen J. Dubner, Steven D. Levitt, Erik Bergmann Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 14 minutes Release date: May 5, 2015 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.63 of Total 16 Ratings of Narrator: 3.75 of Total 4 Genres: Career Development Publisher's Summary: In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the landmark book Freakonomics comes this curated collection from the most readable economics blog in the universe. It’s the perfect solution for the millions of re...
2015-05-0505 min
Meet the AuthorSteven D Levitt and Stephen J Dubner: Meet the AuthorAuthors Steven D Levitt and Stephen J Dubner share how they challenge conventional wisdom and answer questions about thinking differently. Hosted at the Apple Store, Regent Street in London.
2014-06-0200 min
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Title: Think Like a Freak
Author: Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
Narrator: Stephen J. Dubner
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins
Release date: 05-12-14
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 5,631 ratings
Genres: Decision-Making & Problem Solving
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2014-05-127h 05
Discover A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Addictive.Think Like a Freak by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. DubnerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/95472to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Think Like a Freak
Author: Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
Narrator: Stephen J. Dubner
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins
Release date: 05-12-14
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 90 ratings
Genres: Decision-Making & Problem Solving
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2014-05-127h 05
Listen to the Best Full Trial Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Career DevelopmentThink Like a Freak: The Authors of Freakonomics Offer to Retrain Your Brain by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. DubnerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/211450 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Think Like a Freak: The Authors of Freakonomics Offer to Retrain Your Brain Author: Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner Narrator: Stephen J. Dubner Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 6 minutes Release date: May 12, 2014 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.29 of Total 31 Ratings of Narrator: 4.82 of Total 11 Genres: Career Development Publisher's Summary: The New York Times bestselling Freakonomics changed the way we see the world, exposing the hidden side of just about everything. Then came SuperFreakonomics, a documentary film, an award-winning podcast, and more. Now, with Think Like a Freak, Steven...
2014-05-1205 min
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Title: SuperFreakonomics
Author: Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
Narrator: Stephen J. Dubner
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 28 mins
Release date: 10-20-09
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 6,046 ratings
Genres: Economic History
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2009-10-207h 28
Begin A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Best-Selling.Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. DubnerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/57335to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Freakonomics
Author: Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
Narrator: Stephen J. Dubner
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 51 mins
Release date: 06-14-07
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 12,314 ratings
Genres: Mathematics
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Levitt and co-author Stephen J. Dubner show that economics is, at root, the study of incentives: how people get what they want, or need, especially when other people want or need the same thing. In Freakonomics, they explore the hidden side of...well, everything. The inner working of a crack gang...the truth about real-estate agents...the secrets...
2007-06-147h 51
University of Chicago Booth School of Business Podcast SeriesSteven Levitt Discusses Cases That Illustrate His Unique Take on ResearchSteven Levitt, Alvin H. Baum Professor in Economics at the University of Chicago and author of the New York Times bestseller Freakonomics, regaled the students with cases from his research. One example illustrated why Chicago emphasizes the importance of hard data for all kinds of decision-making.
2006-07-2146 min