In a new book, Harris economist Robert Michael breaks down the economics behind life's five most important choices. January 24, 2017 Your choices matter—so why not use social science to make them? That’s the idea behind a new book from Robert Michael, the founding dean of Harris Public Policy and the Eliakim Hastings Moore Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus. His new book is called The Five Life Decisions: How Economic Principles and 18 Million Millennials Can Guide Your Thinking. But is there anything wrong with using data and economics to make choices about your love life, or whether to have children? Michael discusses on the latest episode of Radio Harris. To make sure you never miss a new episode of Radio Harris, subscribe on iTunes or follow us on SoundCloud! Upcoming Events More events Policy Research and Innovation Bootcamp (PRIB) Policy Hackathon Challenge Deep Dive Tue., February 10, 2026 | 12:00 PM Preparing for Harris: Teaching Assistantships Wed., February 11, 2026 | 8:30 AM Coffee Chat in Western Massachusetts Wed., February 11, 2026 | 9:00 AM Tunnel City Coffee 100 Spring St #102 Williamstown, MA 01267 United States