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I&I - The youth sports industrial complex
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I&I - The youth sports industrial complex

In this episode of our Incentives & Instincts series, Justin and economist Bryce Ward revisit the youth sports industrial complex. They discuss how youth activities have evolved, the increasing pressure on families to overschedule their children, and the broader societal and economic forces driving these trends. The conversation explores the impact on kids' development, family life, and potential ways to rethink structured activities to create a healthier balance.

Transcript available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oxNwryuu7N10T0cE_VtMj9rwpElyS-3Xg-dn8AFtfik/edit?usp=sharing

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