Cautionary Tales

Hosted by Tim Harford

Description

An engaging podcast that delves into the intriguing stories behind historical events, economic decisions, and unexpected outcomes. Each episode features Harford’s insightful narration and thorough research, exploring themes of human behavior, risk, and the lessons we can learn from past mistakes. The podcast combines storytelling with analysis, examining how seemingly small choices can lead to significant consequences, often revealing the complexities of decision-making in uncertain situations.

Through a mix of humor and thought-provoking insights, Cautionary Tales invites listeners to reflect on the implications of history and economics for contemporary life. For economics students, the podcast offers valuable perspectives on the importance of critical thinking, the role of incentives, and the potential pitfalls of overconfidence and poor judgment in economic decision-making. It serves as a reminder of the importance of learning from history to navigate the challenges of the future.

Average episode length: 26 minutes
Release frequency: every 8 days

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"They fall behind and are slowly crushed" – Board Games and Economics with Richard Garfield – Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

Playing board games and spending too much money are time-honored Christmas traditions, so to mark the festive season, Tim is joined by the creator of Magic: The Gathering – Richard Garfield – for a special Q&A about economics and game design.How should you go about building the perfect game? Why did the Magic trading card market crash? Why do so many people hate Monopoly? Plus, Richard has a bone to pick with Tim about a previous episode of Cautionary Questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
  1. "They fall behind and are slowly crushed" – Board Games and Economics with Richard Garfield
  2. Flixborough: The Factory that was Wiped off the Map
  3. The Disappearance of Grace Oakeshott
  4. Your Chance to Attend a Cautionary Tales Table Read
  5. How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now: A Giving Tuesday Special from The Happiness Lab