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November 19, 2014
The everyday economics of hanging supply and demand, streaming music meant new kinds of contracts with record companies and new relationships with consumers.

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November 20, 2014
Ask Alexa Economic Advice on deadweight loss and gift giving

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November 19, 2014
The everyday economics of hanging supply and demand, streaming music meant new kinds of contracts with record companies and new relationships with consumers.

Hey, Spotify. Taylor Swift called. She wants her money.

November 20, 2014
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The Economics of Winter

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