Prof. Philip Oreopoulos Goes Beyond the Data in Conversation with Scott Cunningham
In this episode, Prof. Oreopoulos talks about his journey, what it was like working with David Card, and more.
In this episode of The Mixtape with Scott, Prof. Philip Oreopoulos discusses his personal and academic journey, his mentorship under David Card, and his influential role in the credibility revolution in applied microeconomics. The conversation highlights his research on education and labor policy—ranging from large-scale reforms to targeted interventions—and how these shape life outcomes. He also reflects on the motivations behind his work, his methodological approach, and the real-world implications of evidence-based policymaking.
You can also find the video version of this episode below.