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Why Does Everyone Hate Rats? (Update) artwork
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Why Does Everyone Hate Rats? (Update)

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Apr 22, 202600:40:34Society & Culture

New York City’s mayor called them “public enemy number one.” History books say they caused the Black Death — although recent scientific evidence disputes that claim. In an updated episode from 2025, we ask: Is the rat a...

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Why Does Everyone Hate Rats? (Update) is an episode from Freakonomics Radio by Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher. New York City’s mayor called them “public enemy number one.” History books say they caused the Black Death — although recent scien...

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