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Rhaina Cohen

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  • Two neighborhoods, divided by economic mobility
    Science

    Zipcode Destiny: The Persistent Power Of Place And Education

    There's a core belief embedded in the story of the United States: the American Dream. The possibility of climbing the economic ladder is central to that dream. This week we speak with Raj Chetty, one of the most influential economists alive today, about the state of economic mobility in the U.S. and whether the notion of the American Dream is still useful. For more information about the research in this episode, visit https://n.pr/2z8cvSs.

  • Research shows that the pitch of a candidate's voice can affect her electability.
    Politics

    Sounds Like A Winner: What Voices Have To Do With Politics

    We're used to the idea that rhetoric sways voters. But what about another element of language: a candidate's voice? This week on Hidden Brain, what happens when our political system and ancient biological rules meet. For more information about the research in this episode, visit https://n.pr/2OZfuGQ.