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511. Why Did You Marry That Person?
Episode 511

511. Why Did You Marry That Person?

Sure, you were “in love.” But economists — using evidence from "Bridgerton" to Tinder — point to what’s called “assortative mating.” And it has some unpleasant consequences for society.

Freakonomics Radio

July 21, 202246m 6s

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Sure, you were “in love.” But economists — using evidence from Bridgerton to Tinder — point to what’s called “assortative mating.” And it has some unpleasant consequences for society.


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