We discuss some of the reasoning and psychology behind a significant uptick in aggressive, dangerous driving during the pandemic. Then we get some advice on how considering business decision-making practices could actually help our families operate a little better.
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Need For Speed? Pandemic Set Off Rise In Risky Driving That Hasn't Let Up
The latest data shows the number of highway deaths in 2020 was the greatest in more than a decade, despite the fewer miles driven altogether during the pandemic. We talk with a psychologist and researcher on traffic behavior about what leads to changing trends and attitudes on the road.
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How To Approach Family Decisions Like A Business Would
Family life can be chaotic, but is there any way to bring order to the madness? We talk to an economist and author who says yes — if you approach decision-making the way a business would.
Episode Credits
- J. Carlisle Larsen Host
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Evelyn Vingilis Guest
- Emily Oster Guest
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
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