About this episode
The episode explores the factors influencing happiness rankings of nations and the connection between policy and well-being.
Each year, the World Happiness Report ranks nations based on factors like social support, health, freedom, trust, and economic security. In this episode of The Free Lunch Podcast , Colin and Greg dig into the patterns behind the rankings, why Nordic countries dominate the list, where Canada and the U.S. fall, and what the research reveals about the connection between policy, prosperity, and well-being. A thoughtful conversation about what truly drives happiness in modern societies.
People in this episode
Hosts: Colin, Greg
Topics covered
- happiness
- social support
- economic security
- well-being
- policy
- prosperity
Keywords
- happiness
- World Happiness Report
- Nordic countries
- Canada
- U.S.
- social support
- economic security
- well-being
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: World Happiness Report
Places: Nordic countries, Canada, U.S.
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