6. The Happiness Curve

02/10/2023 13 min

Listen "6. The Happiness Curve"

Episode Synopsis

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 GoodmanA series for Radio 4 by BBC Science in Cardiff.