42. Cemeteries
From The Economics of Everyday Things by Freakonomics Network & Zachary Crockett
May 25, 2026 · 19 min · Episode 42
About this episode
Zachary Crockett explores the implications of signing a lease for eternity in cemeteries.
The verdant lawns promise everlasting rest — but what does it mean to sign a lease for all eternity? Zachary Crockett finds out where the bodies are buried. This episode was originally published on March 31st, 2024.
People in this episode
Host: Zachary Crockett
Topics covered
- cemeteries
- eternal rest
- leases
- burial practices
- land use
Keywords
- cemeteries
- leases
- burial
- eternal rest
- land use
- funeral practices
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