Freakonomics Radio

Freakonomics Radio is the beloved podcast hosted by Stephen Dubner, co-author of the bestselling Freakonomics book series, that explores the hidden side of everything through the lens of economics. Since its launch, the show has become one of the most popular and influential podcasts in the world, using economic thinking to examine everything from the psychology of risk-taking to the unintended consequences of well-meaning policies. Each episode features rigorous research, interviews with leading economists and thinkers, and Dubner's signature ability to make complex ideas accessible and entertaining without sacrificing intellectual depth. The show regularly challenges conventional wisdom, revealing how incentives, data, and behavioral patterns can explain seemingly irrational human behavior in ways that traditional analysis often misses. From exploring why crime rates dropped dramatically in the 1990s to investigating the economics of sleep and the hidden costs of free services, Freakonomics Radio consistently finds surprising angles on both timely and timeless questions. The podcast has spawned multiple spin-off shows and cemented its place as essential listening for anyone who wants to understand the world through a different lens.