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travis andrew tatman

a social science researcher, cyclist, writer, photographer, and musician — harnessing advancements in cognitive psychology and behavioral science to build projects that improve people's lives.

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Sludge, Part 1: The World Is Drowning in It | Freakonomics Radio

March 28, 2025By Travispress, psychology, behavior, and other science things
Sludge, Part 1: The World Is Drowning in It | Freakonomics Radio

I was recently featured in a Freakonomics Radio episode on “sludge” — the bureaucratic friction that makes life harder than it needs to be. I haven’t listened to it yet, but I do recall ranting about the unsubscribe process of a news publication for a few minutes. Enjoy my ranting, now available for streaming. 🎧 … Read More

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