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Sep 15
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106. Maple Syrup

Freakonomics Network & Zachary Crockett
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Pure maple syrup can be five times as expensive as “pancake syrup,” but maple farmers — and breakfast connoisseurs — say it’s worth it. Zachary Crockett pours it on thick. 
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