Join us at 10 a.m. for special programming: Freakonomics Radio; What the hidden side of everything sounds like.
Is booing an act of verbal vandalism -- or the last true expression of democracy? In this episode of Freakonomics Radio, hear how Philadelphia sports fans earned their reputation as the loudest boo-birds, and to what extent culture -- high or low -- plays a role. Guests include former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell, who admits to booing Santa Claus; and sportswriter/opera buff Robert Lipsyte, who was surprised that more people didn't boo Pavarotti when he "parked and barked" his way through a performance.
Also in this episode, we'll look at "conspicuous conservation" –- when people go out of their way to engage in "green" activities. It turns out that driving a Prius may do a little bit of good for the planet –- but being seen driving a Prius may do a lot of good (for you, at least). Also: why some people install solar panels on the shady side of the street.