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Rethinking Rewards: The Psychology of Incentives, Reinforcers, and Money

Erik Bijleveld

4 episodes

6 days ago

In Rethinking Rewards, psychologist and academic Erik Bijleveld (Radboud University) explores the complex and often controversial role of rewards in shaping human behavior. Drawing on insights from psychology, management science, economics, and anthropology, this four-part podcast examines how incentives influence our behavior—and why experts and lay people often disagree whether rewards do harm or good. Designed for students, alumni, and curious minds alike, Rethinking Reward invites you to learn about what motivates us, and why it matters.

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E04 - Epilogue: The Social Science of Money

Rethinking Rewards: The Psychology of Incentives, Reinforcers, and Money

9 minutes 46 seconds

1 month ago

E04 - Epilogue: The Social Science of Money

In many situations, money can easily function as a reward; after all, it can help to satisfy many different needs. But is there something special about money? In this episode, Erik covers some basic ideas from economics and anthropology.

(00:00) Introduction

(00:45) Economic definition of money

(02:18) Anthropological perspectives on money

(04:01) The symbolic meaning of money

(07:25) Social rules around the use of money

(08:42) Conclusion