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S E51: A Conversation with Emily Oster: The Economics of Pregnancy, Parenting and the Pandemic

S E51: A Conversation with Emily Oster: The Economics of Pregnancy, Parenting and the Pandemic

FromThink Like An Economist


S E51: A Conversation with Emily Oster: The Economics of Pregnancy, Parenting and the Pandemic

FromThink Like An Economist

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Length:
28 minutes
Released:
Nov 30, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Emily Oster is one of the most interesting economists in the world, and she uses the tools of economics in everything she does. Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers explore Emily's thoughts about how economic ideas can provide useful insight for parents and families. This audio course is about how to think like an economist, and Emily models exactly how to do this.Editor: Alastair Elphick. A Modulated Media production.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Released:
Nov 30, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (54)

Think Like an Economist and you’ll see the world more clearly, empowering you to make better decisions at work, at home, and in your community. Leading economists Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers will take you on a joyous romp through their field as they introduce you to the big ideas in economics, and show how you can apply them to live in your own life. Their signature approach reveals that every decision is an economic decision and this podcast uncovers the economic forces that shape the world around you. Betsey and Justin believe that economics is a superpower, and they want to teach you to fly.