Episode

The Illusion of Number One

Podcast: Choiceology with Katy Milkman
Published: Apr 20, 2026
Duration seconds: 1986
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Summary

Ranked lists are everywhere—top hospitals, best colleges, must-visit cities. Yet behind these rankings are hidden assumptions, and they don't always reflect what matters most to you.