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Episode 106
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.
SOURCES:Emma Marvin, co-C.E…
Published on 2 months ago
105. Light Bulbs
Episode 105
Why did it take so long to invent a longer-lasting bulb? Zachary Crockett finds the answer illuminating.
SOURCES:Heather Dillon, mechanical engineering professor at the University of Washington in Ta…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
EXTRA: Emoji and the Law
How do courts interpret those little icons on your phone? Zachary Crockett brings down the hammer.
SOURCES:Eric Goldman, professor of law, associate dean for research, co-director at the High Tech La…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Home Staging (Replay)
Episode 15
How do you turn an empty house into a buyer’s dream home? Zachary Crockett pulls back the curtain.
SOURCES:Meredith Baer, founder of Meridith Baer Home.Cindy Lin, founder and lead instructor at Stage…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
104. Private Investigators
Episode 104
They expose fraud, catch cheating spouses, and track down missing assets — but they don’t come cheap. Zachary Crockett takes the case.
SOURCES:Ashley Wardlow, chief operating officer at Nathans Inves…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
103. Satellites
Episode 103
There are now nearly 12,000 satellites orbiting Earth. What does it cost to put them there, and how do they make money? Zachary Crockett launches an investigation.
SOURCES:Tim Farrar, president of TM…
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
102. “The Starry Night”
Episode 102
How does a museum place a value on a priceless work of art? And how much does it cost to keep it safe? Zachary Crockett appraises the situation.
SOURCES:Glenn Lowry, director of the Museum of Modern …
Published on 3 months ago
101. Street Performers
Episode 101
Performing for passersby takes more than talent. Buskers have to cope with hecklers, civic regulations, aggressive competitors — and uncertain pay. Zachary Crockett passes the hat.
SOURCES:Brett Dall…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Mobile Home Parks (Replay)
Episode 18
They’ve long been associated with crime and blight. Now, the investors are moving in. Zachary Crockett follows the trail.
SOURCES:Paul Bradley, president of ROC USA.Blaer Roberts, former chef and mob…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
100. Podcasts
Episode 100
What goes into creating an episode of The Economics of Everyday Things? And how do shows like this one make money? Zachary Crockett turns the mic on himself.
SOURCES:Gabe Tartaglia, vice president of…
Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago