EPISODE · Jul 25, 2023 · 20 MIN
Academic Publishing, Talking Frogs, and Nailing Your Head to the Floor
from The Answer Is Transaction Costs · host Michael Munger
Send us Fan MailWhat do Monty Python, George Akerlof, and the academic publishing industry have in common? They're all part of the explanation for the way academic publishing works. High transaction costs and the race for tenure often push scholars to prioritize quantity over quality. So, if you've ever wondered why professors seem to produce endless streams of research, this episode is for you. Plus the TWEJ, a triple-header!Some links:1. Some images sent by EA, about "Desert Town", by Claude GillotTwo carriages at an intersection, arguing about who gets to go firstA drawing of same, with a judge to determine the merits of the claims2. The Insectivore's Dilemma: An actual instant of the "eat a bug!" coupon.3. George Akerlof and the "Loyalty Filters" article in the American Economic Review, 73(1), 54–63. 4. Kevin Munger and the Journal of Quantitative DescriptionIf you have questions or comments, or want to suggest a future topic, email the show at [email protected] !You can follow Mike Munger on Twitter at @mungowitz
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Send us Fan Mail What do Monty Python, George Akerlof, and the academic publishing industry have in common? They're all part of the explanation for the way academic publishing works. High transaction costs and the race for tenure often push scholars to prioritize quantity over quality. So, if you've ever wondered why professors seem to produce endless streams of research, this episode is for you. Plus the TWEJ, a triple-header! Some links: 1. Some images sent by EA...
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