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89. There’s Cake in the Breakroom! Aug 22, 2012

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If you think working from home offers too many distractions, just think about what happens at the office.

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88. Freakonomics Goes to College, Part 2 Aug 15, 2012

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College tends to make people happier, healthier, and wealthier. But how?

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87. The Season of Death Aug 08, 2012

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We know that summertime brings far too many fatal accidents. But you may be surprised if you dig into the numbers.

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86. Freakonomics Goes to College, Part 1 Jul 29, 2012

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What's a college degree really worth these days?

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85. Olympian Economics Jul 25, 2012

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Do host cities really get the benefits their boosters promise, or are they just engaging in some fiscal gymnastics?

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84. Legacy of a Jerk Jul 18, 2012

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What happens to your reputation when you're no longer around to defend it?

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83. What's Wrong With Cash for Grades? Jul 10, 2012

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If we want our kids to thrive in school, maybe we should just pay them.

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82. Please Steal My Car Jul 04, 2012

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Levitt and Dubner answer your FREAK-quently Asked Questions about junk food, insurance, and how to make an economist happy.

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81. Star-Spangled Banter? Jun 26, 2012

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Once a week, the British Prime Minister goes before the House of Commons for a lightning round of hard questions. Should the U.S. give it a try?

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80. Riding the Herd Mentality Jun 20, 2012

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How using peer pressure -- and good, old-fashioned shame -- can push people to do the right thing.

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