Episode · Freakonomics Radio · 2026-07-03

Books mentioned on 680. Can Universities Win Back Our Trust?

1 book · With Sian Beilock · Listen · Watch on YouTube

Dartmouth president Sian Beilock, a psychologist by training, made her name studying why people choke. Now she’s applying those insights to one of the most scrutinized jobs in America.

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

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   Choke

   Sian Beilock · at 3:44

   Choke by Sian Beilock is a psychological exploration examining why people frequently underperform during critical, high-pressure moments and how the human brain reacts when stakes are at their highest.

   Discussed

   “Let's talk about your research on choking, which is how I came to know you initially. Why did that topic interest you first of all?”

   Stephen Dubner 680. Can Universities Win Back Our Trust? 2026-07-03 Listen at 3:44

   Where to get it

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