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Economics of Discrimination: How to Measure Systemic Injustices

Economics of Discrimination: How to Measure Systemic Injustices

FromThe Pie: An Economics Podcast


Economics of Discrimination: How to Measure Systemic Injustices

FromThe Pie: An Economics Podcast

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Length:
22 minutes
Released:
Jan 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

How can discrimination by race, gender, or other factors be measured – especially when its causes may be systemic in nature? Chicago Booth’s Alex Imas studies behavioral science and economics, and is conducting research that is expanding the scope and ambition of discrimination research. He joined The Pie to discuss the creative new ways economists are capturing discrimination.
Released:
Jan 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (65)

Economists are always talking about The Pie – how it grows and shrinks, how it’s sliced, and who gets the biggest shares. Join host Tess Vigeland as she talks with leading economists from the University of Chicago about their cutting-edge research and key events of the day. Hear how the economic pie is at the heart of issues like the aftermath of a global pandemic, jobs, energy policy, and more.