123. Help Wanted. No Smokers Need Apply

In many states, it is perfectly legal to not hire someone who smokes. Should employers also be able to weed out junk-food lovers or motorcyclists -- or anyone who wants to have a baby?

Episode 123 of the Freakonomics Radio podcast, hosted by Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher, titled "123. Help Wanted. No Smokers Need Apply" was published on April 17, 2013 and runs 5 minutes.

April 17, 2013 ·5m · Freakonomics Radio

Summary

In many states, it is perfectly legal to not hire someone who smokes. Should employers also be able to weed out junk-food lovers or motorcyclists -- or anyone who wants to have a baby?

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