Podcast Episodes

106. Maple Syrup

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 Crock…

9 months, 3 weeks ago

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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 engineeri…

10 months ago

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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 …

10 months ago

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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 Ho…

10 months, 1 week ago

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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…

10 months, 2 weeks ago

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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 …

10 months, 3 weeks ago

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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.

 

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10 months, 4 weeks ago

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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. Z…

11 months ago

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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, presi…

11 months, 1 week ago

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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 …

11 months, 2 weeks ago

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