Most of us are are afraid to ask sensitive questions about money, sex, politics, etc. New research shows this fear is largely unfounded. Time for some interesting conversations!
Jan 23
660. The Wellness Industry Is Gigantic — and Mostly Wrong
Zeke Emanuel (a physician, medical ethicist, and policy wonk) has some different ideas for how to lead a healthy and meaningful life. It starts with ice cream. (Part three of “The Freakonomics Radio Guide to Getting Better.”) SOURCES:Zeke Emanuel, oncologist, bioethicist, profess ... Show More
1h 5m
Jan 21
Steve Levitt Quits His Podcast, Joins Ours
After five years, Levitt is ending People I (Mostly) Admire, and will start hosting the occasional Freakonomics Radio episode. We couldn’t be happier. SOURCES:Steve Levitt, co-author of Freakonomics and host of People I (Mostly) Admire. RESOURCES:"How to Help Kids Succeed," by Pe ... Show More
45m 58s
Sep 2020
Answering Questions We've Been Avoiding & About Things We've Never Addressed
This week, we're answering questions on topics that we've never talked about before, and even discuss some things that we've been avoiding on social media. We dive into past relationships, struggles with weight, our sibling dynamic and more. Thanks so much to everyone who wrote ... Show More
27m 48s
Dec 2023
Ep 185 - Tough Questions To Ask Yourself
<p>Sometimes we go through life, doing the work, and still feel something is off. But can’t figure out why. I think it’s because we avoid asking ourselves the tough questions. I’ll share my experience with some hard truths and (hopefully) reframe your perspective on dating, ... Show More
31m 9s