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Freakonomics Network & Zachary Crockett
The Economics of Everyday Things
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.
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4.8 stars from 1,471 ratings
Perfect podcast for a dog walk
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“Great podcast of useful information. I appreciate the thorough research and well put together stories. Also appreciate the fact that the podcast does not take on any political or religious views which seem to be crowding out every other piece of news available for us right now. Keep up the good...”Read full review »
Mitchfrommaine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/24
Lives up to the title
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“I can’t say enough about how much I like this show. Great insights into the things we likely take for granted in our everyday life. Congrats Zachary and team!”
PHXCigarGuy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/24
“Smart, light, and concise yet still feels detailed. Cherishable!
HOWEVER, please ditch the ads supporting products/businesses based solely on skin. This is the 2020’s, not 1920’s. Rational and just people buy based on quality, price, size of business, and mission. If you’re pitching based on...”Read full review »
Sweatpants00 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/24
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