Video: Learn about the economics of 'Ghostbusters'

I'm still not sure how I passed my college economics class. I remember sitting there hearing about widgets for hours on end and understanding absolutely none of it.

If my professor had used pop-culture analogies, perhaps I would've retained some of the info. The clever Web series EconPop is doing just that, and so far I think I've learned more than I did in school.

Each episode tackles big ideas like "subjective value, negative externalities and unintended consequences" and relates them to movies and TV shows. A new ep just went up, and I think it's the best yet: It delves into "The Economics of Ghostbusters."

Hosted by comedian Andrew Heaton and executive-produced by John Papola, the video explains how the Ghostbusters exemplify the fact that great risks can lead to great rewards. Imagine what've happened if their small business had failed, as most do.

Previous episodes have examined the economics of House of Cards and Dallas Buyers Club. Look for a new installment each month at youtube.com/EconStories, then head to iTunes to download a fun, in-depth podcast about the episode. I'm eager to see what they dissect next.