Leigh Martinuzzi

Outsmarting An Economist Steven Landsburg is an acclaimed author and professor of economics who in this interview dares us to try to outsmart an economist? He wrote his new book, Can You Outsmart an Economist? to inspire and show readers how to do just that by expanding the way you think about decision making and problem-solving. We discuss the "why" behind economics which he suggests is all about exploring the hidden why or motives behind our behaviours and decisions in daily life. He shares several puzzles from his book aimed to exercise our brain, using logic and problem-solving ability to view things from unique perspectives. It is an enjoyable and entertaining view through the lens of an economist - challenging us to think differently about the decisions we make and what we do. Guest Bio Steven Landsburg is a professor of economics at The University of Rochester. He's written for the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, Forbes, Slate, and others of that ilk. He blogs at TheBigQuestions.com. His