38. Junk Mail
The Economics of Everyday Things

38. Junk Mail

May 11, 2026
18:02
E38
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Why does the mailman bring us so many catalogs, credit card offers, and pizza coupons? Because his job depends on it. Zachary Crockett checks the mailbox. This episode was originally published on February 25th, 2024.

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Freakonomics Network
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