400. How to Hate Taxes a Little Bit Less
400. How to Hate Taxes a Little Bit Less  
Podcast: Freakonomics Radio
Published On: Thu Dec 12 2019
Description: Every year, Americans short the I.R.S. nearly half a trillion dollars. Most ideas to increase compliance are more stick than carrot — scary letters, audits, and penalties. But what if we gave taxpayers a chance to allocate how their money is spent, or even bribed them with a thank-you gift?