The author disagrees with Harvard psychologist Ellen Langer, whom Levitt interviewed on his podcast, People I Mostly Admire, which is part of the Freakonomics radio network but not the main show, Freakonomics. The author thinks Levitt should have been more critical of his guest. Perhaps, but this is a podcast and not a peer review.
In my opinion, Levitt didn't even say he agreed with Langer, although he did compliment her work.
Disclaimer: I'm a hug fan on all the Freakonomics shows. I appreciate the author pointing out some opposing views and think the post is well-written, although exaggerated and overly emotional.
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In my opinion, Levitt didn't even say he agreed with Langer, although he did compliment her work.
Disclaimer: I'm a hug fan on all the Freakonomics shows. I appreciate the author pointing out some opposing views and think the post is well-written, although exaggerated and overly emotional.