Freakonomics Radio

680. Can Universities Win Back Our Trust?

Published 3 July 2026Duration: 57m 26s
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Dartmouth president Sian Beilock, a psychologist by training, made her name studying why people choke. Now she’s applying those insights to one of the most scrutinized jobs in America. No pressure!

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