Freakonomics Radio 514. Roland Fryer Refuses to Lie to Black America
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Sep 1, 2022 
Roland Fryer, a controversial Harvard economist known for his groundbreaking research on education and societal issues, shares his candid views. He discusses the complexities of police use of force and challenges racial disparities with data-driven insights. Fryer also critiques corporate diversity programs, advocating for authenticity over compliance. He dives into how incentives in education can improve learning outcomes and shares his vision for empowering Black children through innovative educational initiatives.
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Focus on Lower-Level Force
- Fryer advocates for addressing lower-level uses of force by police as a starting point for reform.
- He emphasizes the importance of holding police accountable for non-lethal interactions to build trust and create room for broader reform.
EO Ventures
- Fryer started EO Ventures to invest in companies promoting economic mobility.
- Frustrated by the limited impact of academic papers and policy work, he aims to use market forces to increase opportunities.
Sigma Squared
- Fryer's Sigma Squared helps organizations implement data-driven DEI programs.
- Disgusted by corporate "value signaling" after George Floyd's murder, he created software that analyzes data for practical solutions.