I'm not a huge fan of pop economics so I hold a bit of reservation about reading, or in my case listening, to Think Like a Freak.
- The authors encourage the reader to let go of normative baggage when problem solving. This isn't unusual or new advice. However, the message is delievered in a persuasive way.
- Like many other pop economics publications, Levitt and Dubner fall prey to focusing on controversial topics. At times, if feels as if the topics they address are the print equivalent of click-bait.
- This book covers a number of topics briefly. It is great for readers with a short attention span.
- My biggest takeaway is to drop moral baggage when analyzing a problem. When ever I would think something "should" happen it is time to reconsider my assumption.
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