The Economics of Everyday Things

The Economics of Everyday Things

Freakonomics Network & Zachary Crockett

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42. Cemeteries

42. Cemeteries

May 25, 2026

The verdant lawns promise everlasting rest — but what does it mean to sign a lease for all eternity? Zachary Crockett finds out where the bodies are buried. This episode was originally published on Ma...

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41. Pet Movers

41. Pet Movers

May 21, 2026

Relocating halfway across the world is hard enough for humans. For pets it can require a specialist. Zachary Crockett waits at the airport, holding a sign saying "Fluffy." This episode was originally ...

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40. Prosthetic Limbs

40. Prosthetic Limbs

May 18, 2026

More and more Americans rely on prostheses. They’re custom-fitted, highly personal, and extremely expensive. Zachary Crockett investigates. This episode was originally published on March 17th, 2024. ...

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39. Houseplants

39. Houseplants

May 14, 2026

Interest in houseplants has exploded in recent years. But what causes floral trends, and prices, to grow? Zachary Crockett sows a few seeds. This episode was originally published on March 10th, 2024. ...

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38. Junk Mail

38. Junk Mail

May 11, 2026

Why does the mailman bring us so many catalogs, credit card offers, and pizza coupons? Because his job depends on it. Zachary Crockett checks the mailbox. This episode was originally published on Febr...

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37. Personal Injury Lawyers

37. Personal Injury Lawyers

May 07, 2026

If you can make it through three years of law school, you too might end up on a billboard.  Zachary Crockett makes the case. This episode was originally published on February 18th, 2024. Hosted by S...

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36. ATMs

36. ATMs

May 04, 2026

Why do you have to pay $4 to get $40 cash at a bar? And who does it go to? Zachary Crockett checks his balance. This episode was originally published on February 11th, 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an...

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35. Dental Insurance

35. Dental Insurance

Apr 30, 2026

Why is it separate from medical insurance? And is it really insurance at all? Zachary Crockett goes in for a cleaning. This episode was originally published on February 4th, 2024. Hosted by Simpleca...

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34. Store-Brand Products

34. Store-Brand Products

Apr 27, 2026

Those low-priced staples on grocery-store shelves — where do they come from? Zachary Crockett finds out at a national convention for private-label manufacturers. This episode was originally published ...

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33. Sex Scenes

33. Sex Scenes

Apr 23, 2026

Behind these steamy sequences, there are body doubles, pubic wigs, legal documents, and dedicated choreographers who make sure everyone is comfortable. Zachary Crockett fast-forwards straight to the g...

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