Season 1 · Episode 33
Episode 33: Science fiction explains our messed-up economy
Our Opinions Are Correct · Our Opinions Are Correct
June 6, 201940m 55s
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Show Notes
We talk to economist Noah Smith about how different theories of economics show up in science fiction -- and how economics is also an exercise in speculative worldbuilding. How do ideas about "rational actors" make their way into space operas, and why is everyone so obsessed with game theory? Plus what is the deal with Ayn Rand?
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