Uncharted with Hannah Fry

6. The Happiness Curve

Oct 2, 2023 · 13 min · 13.3 MB
0:00-13:50

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Life has its ups and downs, its sudden successes and unexpected obstacles. But amongst all the unpredictable variation, two economists believe they have identified a deep and powerful influence on our happiness: age. Happiness, it turns out, is U shaped.

Hannah Fry tells a tale of orangutans, joy and misery…and joy!

Presenter: Hannah Fry Executive Producer: Martin Smith Series Producer: Lauren Armstrong-Carter Episode Producer: Ilan Goodman

A series for Radio 4 by BBC Science in Cardiff.