Queuing backwards Britons love to queue, but have we been getting it wrong? Lars Peter Osterdal from the University of Southern Denmark discusses his theory of how to make queuing more efficient. Thinking Like an Engineer Engineer Guru Madhavan tells the story of the development of the barcode and argues that those making policy should ask engineers as well as economists about solving social problems. Presenter: Tim Harford Producer: Wesley Stephenson
Cato Daily Podcast - The Wild West of Drone Policy
The rules of how the authorities may use drones are largely unwritten, at least so far. Patrick Eddington comments.
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Curious City - Nice Pipes: The Inner Workings of Buckingham Fountain
The lowdown on how the fountain shoots water so high, and why it was built to impress in the first place.
Curious City - Nice Pipes: The Inner Workings of Buckingham Fountain
The lowdown on how the fountain shoots water so high, and why it was built to impress in the first place.
More or Less: Behind the Stats - Fit for work or at deaths door?
Deaths of people 'fit for work' Thousands of people are dying after being declared 'fit for work' by the government according to the Guardian. The figures are from a long awaited freedom of information release from the Department for Work and Pensions. But do the figures actually tell us anything? More or Less investigates.
Sugar Sugar has had a pretty bad press over the last few months and seems to have replaced fat as the current 'evil' in our diets. We look at some of the claims that have been made about rotting teeth and the justifications for a sugar tax.
Zero-hours contracts The latest figures show a 20% rise - but does this really mean that more people are on zero hours contracts thab=n last year?
Queuing Backwards Britons love to queue, but have we been getting it wrong? Lars Peter Osterdal from the University of Southern Denmark discusses his theory of how to make queuing more efficient.
Cato Daily Podcast - Lessig’s Odd Campaign to Restrict Electoral Spending
Lawrence Lessig likes to point to Eugene McCarthy's 1968 campaign as he argues for restrictions on election spending. It's just a really bad example. John Samples explains.
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Curious City - Beyond Deep-Dish: Exploring Chicago’s Other Native Foods
A list of meaty, messy and often obscure city originals that's meant to get you out of your comfort zone.
Cato Daily Podcast - What Makes a Teacher Shortage?
A plea of "teacher shortage" in Indiana isn't supported by the evidence, says Andrew Coulson.
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The Gist - Bobcat Goldthwait Stands Up for a Fellow Comic
On The Gist, comedian Bobcat Goldthwait reflects on how his career in comedy led him to chose the path of a filmmaker. His new documentary tells the story of fellow comic Barry Crimmins and explores the role of politics, anger, and activism in his comedy. Call Me Lucky is available in theaters and via video on demand. For the Spiel, is a 21-year-old mass incarceration bill in the way of a Biden presidency? Today’s sponsor: Stamps.com, where you can buy and print official U.S. postage right from your desk using your own computer and printer. Use the promo code THEGIST to get a no-risk trial and a $110 bonus offer. Join Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, exclusive member-only podcasts, and more. Sign up for a free trial today at slate.com/gistplus.
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Cato Daily Podcast - The GOP’s Trouble with Birthright Citizenship
Birthright citizenship is an issue that could both help certain candidates win primary voters and relegate the GOP to minority status. Alex Nowrasteh and Emily Ekins comment.
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