Why Life Behind Bars Varies Around the World - David Skarbek, Hayek Lecture Series

Explore the fascinating variations in prison life around the world in this 51-minute lecture by David Skarbek, associate professor of political science at Brown University. Delve into the economics and empirical research on legal systems to understand how social order evolves and takes root behind bars. Learn about the governance institutions within prisons, focusing on examples from California, and discover the concept of "The Code" and community responsibility. Gain insights into why prison social order varies and the lessons that can be drawn from these differences. The lecture, part of the Hayek Lecture Series at Duke University, is based on Skarbek's books on prison governance and social order, offering a unique perspective on the complexities of life in correctional facilities.