This week, Freakonomics Radio revisited the political legacy of Adam Smith, examining how the 18th-century economist became a symbol claimed by both left and right, while also exploring the immediate aftermath of artistic creation through a composer's experience at a world premiere. The episodes reflect a broader tension between how ideas and creative works are interpreted versus their original intent, reminding listeners that meaning often shifts depending on who's telling the story.
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