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Author: Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner

Narrator: Ryan

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780060731335

Language: English

Publish Date: 12/04/2005

Audiobook length: 31 min

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Chapter 2What Do Schoolteachers and Sumo Wrestlers Have in Common?
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Chapter 3Where Have All the Criminals Gone?
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Chapter 4What Makes a Perfect Parent?
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Why listen to Freakonomics

Listening to the summary audiobook of "Freakonomics" offers a compelling and efficient way to grasp the innovative concepts that challenge conventional wisdom on various social issues. This engaging synthesis distills the book's key insights into surprising connections between economics and everyday life, making complex theories accessible and relatable. By tuning in, you can stimulate critical thinking and gain a fresh perspective on how incentives shape human behavior, which can be invaluable in both personal and professional contexts.

Author : Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner

Steven D. Levitt is a professor of economics at the University of Chicago. He is also an editor of the Journal of Political Economy and the Quarterly Journal of Economics. In 2003, he won the John Bates Clark Medal, a sort of junior Nobel Prize for young economists, and Bill Clinton once urged Levitt to join his think tank. Author and journalist Stephen J. Dubner is a co-author of this book.

Key Insights from Freakonomics

  • 1. Incentives Matter: "Freakonomics" emphasizes that incentives significantly influence human behavior. Understanding what motivates people can help explain seemingly irrational choices and societal patterns.
  • 2. Questioning Conventional Wisdom: The authors challenge accepted beliefs and conventional wisdom, illustrating that the truth often lies beneath the surface. By using data-driven analysis, they reveal surprising correlations that defy common assumptions.
  • 3. The Power of Data: The book advocates for the power of data in uncovering hidden truths about social issues. Through rigorous statistical analysis, "Freakonomics" demonstrates how information can reshape our understanding of complex problems.
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