Rachael LaRose - What Happened To Our Relationships During The Pandemic?

Alex speaks with Rachael LaRose about the hidden costs of the pandemic, especially as they effected our commercial relationships, loose ties with individuals that once provided much value to our lives, and orthodox communities who rallied to prioritize faith in the face of fear.

Episode Notes:

- Rachael's webpage with past publications, etc.: https://www.rachaelbehr.com/ 

- "The Strength of Weak Ties" Mark S. Granovetter https://www.jstor.org/stable/2776392 

- A summary of Ostrom's work on the governance of the commons: https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/lsereviewofbooks/2012/06/17/elinor-ostroms-work-on-governing-the-commons-an-appreciation/

- Rachael's coverage of the Orthodox Jewish community's healthcare action during the pandemic: https://www.econlib.org/library/columns/y2024/larosehealthcare.html