The Economics of Everyday Things Podcast
1) 30. Card Counting
Casinos think they can stop skilled gamblers from eking out a tiny edge at blackjack. Is that a losing bet? Zachary Crockett doubles down.
2) EXTRA: Emoji and the Law
How do courts interpret those little icons on your phone? Zachary Crockett brings down the hammer.
3) Home Staging (Replay)
How do you turn an empty house into a buyer’s dream home? Zachary Crockett pulls back the curtain.
4) 104. Private Investigators
They expose fraud, catch cheating spouses, and track down missing assets — but they don’t come cheap. Zachary Crockett takes the case.
5) 103. Satellites
There are now nearly 12,000 satellites orbiting Earth. What does it cost to put them there, and how do they make money? Zachary Crockett launches an investigation.
6) 102. “The Starry Night”
How does a museum place a value on a priceless work of art? And how much does it cost to keep it safe? Zachary Crockett appraises the situation.
7) 101. Street Performers
Performing for passersby takes more than talent. Buskers have to cope with hecklers, civic regulations, aggressive competitors — and uncertain pay. Zachary Crockett passes the hat.
8) Mobile Home Parks (Replay)
They’ve long been associated with crime and blight. Now, the investors are moving in. Zachary Crockett follows the trail.
9) 100. Podcasts
What goes into creating an episode of The Economics of Everyday Things? And how do shows like this one make money? Zachary Crockett turns the mic on himself.
10) 99. Emoji
We send 10 billion of them every day. Where do they come from? Zachary Crockett hearts this topic.