The Economics of Everyday Things

This episode explores the economics and rigorous training behind guide dogs, featuring Pat McKenna and The Seeing Eye’s director, Peggy Gibbon.

This episode explores the economics of going-out-of-business sales, using the Toys R Us bankruptcy as a case study.

This episode explores the $1.

This episode explores the complex logistics and economics of the portable sanitation industry, featuring Ron Inman of Honeybucket and Veronica…

This episode explores the complex economics of the beef supply chain, following the Flannery family as they transform raw cattle into premium steaks for high-end restaurants.

Host Zachary Crockett explores the economics of prison labor, tracing its history from colonial times to modern facilities like North Carolina’s Correctional Enterprises.

This episode explores the economics and engineering behind American highway signs, featuring expert Gene Hawkins and plant manager Lee Blackman.

This episode explores the economics of modern zoos, tracing their evolution from wild animal trading to a cooperative breeding system managed by the AZA.

This episode explores the $12 billion towing industry, featuring insights from operators Bill Georges and Max Karimi.

Host Zachary Crockett explores the economics of Stradivarius violins with violinist Frank Almond and dealers Ziv Arazi and Bruno Price.

Host Zachary Crockett explores the stock photography industry with Yuri Arkers, CEO of People Images.

This episode explores the complex economics behind sushi, tracing its evolution from street food to luxury item.

This episode explores the economics and cultural shift behind Botox, tracing its history from a deadly toxin to a $5.

This episode of The Economics of Everyday Things explores the necessity and cost-effectiveness of title insurance in real estate transactions.

This episode explores the economics of pigeons, tracing their history from revered messengers and racing athletes to urban pests.

This episode of The Economics of Everyday Things explores the complex mechanics of money laundering, moving beyond Hollywood myths to explain how criminals obscure illicit proceeds.

Host Zachary Crockett explores the economics of restaurant reservations, featuring Lisa Blunt from Antoine’s on how digital tools boost efficiency.