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A Man for All Markets

From Las Vegas to Wall Street, How I Beat the Dealer and the Market

Book • 2017

Author

Edward O. Thorp

In this book, Edward O. Thorp recounts his remarkable career, from inventing card counting systems to beat blackjack dealers, to developing mathematical formulas that gave him an edge in the financial markets.

Thorp's story includes his invention of the world's first wearable computer to predict roulette outcomes, his detection of the Bernie Madoff scheme, and his interactions with notable figures like Warren Buffett and Rudy Giuliani.

The book offers practical wisdom on investing, asset allocation, and wealth management, making it an intellectual thrill ride for readers interested in finance and mathematics.

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Mentioned in 32 episodes

Mentioned by

David Senra

as an autobiography of a genius in finance, mentioning Ken Griffin's early interaction with him.

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#384 Ken Griffin: Founder of Citadel and Citadel Securities

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David Senra

, highlighting Thorp's advice on focusing on games where one has an edge.

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#329 Charlie Munger (the NEW Poor Charlie's Almanack)

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David Senra

in relation to the advice of only playing games where you have an edge.

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#295 I had dinner with Charlie Munger

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David Senra

, referencing Thorp's autobiography and his focus on having an edge in investments.

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#278 Peter Thiel

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David Senra

as a blueprint for a balanced and successful life.

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#191 Naval Ravikant (A Guide to Wealth and Happiness)

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Tim Ferriss

as one of his books.

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#739: Brené Brown and Edward O. Thorp

Mentioned by

Tim Ferriss

as one of his books.

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#739: Brené Brown and Edward O. Thorp

Recommended by

David Senra

as a thrilling memoir detailing Thorpe's life and achievements in mathematics and finance.

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#222 Ed Thorp (My personal blueprint)

Mentioned by

David Senra

in relation to the Bernie Madoff Ponzi scheme.

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#348 The Financial Genius Behind A Century of Wall Street Scandals: Ivar Kreuger

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Sam Parr

as a biography detailing the life and strategies of Ed Thorpe, a math whiz who applied probability and statistics to beat Blackjack and later, the stock market.