584. How to Pave the Road to Hell

This podcast episode explores the concept of unintended consequences in public policy. It discusses the challenges of creating effective policies and highlights how even well-intentioned policies can have unintended negative effects. The episode examines the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as an example and explores its unintended consequences on the employment of disabled workers. It also delves into the topic of pay transparency, examining its different categories and discussing the potential unintended consequences of pay transparency policies. Additionally, the episode examines the impact of the Me Too movement on academic collaborations, highlighting the unintended consequences on the careers of junior female academics. The episode concludes by emphasizing the importance of considering the unintended consequences of policies before implementing them.