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Mentioned in 32 episodes
A Man for All Markets
From Las Vegas to Wall Street, How I Beat the Dealer and the Market
Book • 2017
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.
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
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David Senra , highlighting Thorp's advice on focusing on games where one has an edge.
David Senra , highlighting Thorp's advice on focusing on games where one has an edge.
2,343 snips
#329 Charlie Munger (the NEW Poor Charlie's Almanack)
Mentioned by David Senra as an autobiography of a genius in finance, mentioning Ken Griffin's early interaction with him.
David Senra as an autobiography of a genius in finance, mentioning Ken Griffin's early interaction with him.2,314 snips
#384 Ken Griffin: Founder of Citadel and Citadel Securities
Mentioned by David Senra , referencing Thorp's autobiography and his focus on having an edge in investments.
David Senra , referencing Thorp's autobiography and his focus on having an edge in investments.1,608 snips
#278 Peter Thiel
Recommended by David Senra as a thrilling memoir detailing Thorpe's life and achievements in mathematics and finance.
David Senra as a thrilling memoir detailing Thorpe's life and achievements in mathematics and finance.784 snips
#222 Ed Thorp (My personal blueprint)
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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.
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.
511 snips
Business Tricks We've Learned From Gamblers, Pickup Artists, & Feynman
Mentioned as a book detailing the author's experiences in blackjack and investing.
473 snips
#604: Master Investor Ed Thorp on How to Think for Yourself, Mental Models for the Second Half of Life, How to Be Inner-Directed, How Basic Numeracy Is a Superpower, and The Dangers of Investing Fads
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Tim Ferriss as 
Edward O. Thorp 's memoir detailing his experiences in gambling and investing.
Tim Ferriss as Edward O. Thorp 's memoir detailing his experiences in gambling and investing.324 snips
#596: Edward O. Thorp, A Man For All Markets — Beating Blackjack and Roulette, Beating the Stock Market, Spotting Bernie Madoff Early, and Knowing When Enough is Enough
Mentioned by David Senra , referencing his autobiography and advice on focusing on areas where one has an advantage.
David Senra , referencing his autobiography and advice on focusing on areas where one has an advantage.270 snips
#294 Napoleon
Mentioned by David Senra in relation to a podcast interview discussing the importance of the journey as the reward.
David Senra in relation to a podcast interview discussing the importance of the journey as the reward.261 snips
#249 Steve Jobs In His Own Words
Mentioned by David Senra as a role model for achieving a balanced life, combining success with personal fulfillment.
David Senra as a role model for achieving a balanced life, combining success with personal fulfillment.257 snips
David Senra: Podcasts With Billion-Dollar Potential, What Separates Good From Great, and More
Mentioned by David Senra as a blueprint for a balanced life, contrasting with Anthony Bourdain's approach.
David Senra as a blueprint for a balanced life, contrasting with Anthony Bourdain's approach.154 snips
#219 Tony Bourdain: The Definitive Biography
Mentioned by David Senra , discussing Thorp's autobiography and his concepts of offense and defense in finance.
David Senra , discussing Thorp's autobiography and his concepts of offense and defense in finance.152 snips
#247 Henry Flagler (Rockefeller's partner)
