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The Joe Rogan Experience

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The Paradox of Overconfidence in Intelligence and Skill

This chapter examines the phenomenon of conceited ignorance, particularly among intelligent athletes who overrate their abilities in unfamiliar domains. It discusses the impact of this cognitive bias on their perception of success and failure, using examples from notable boxing matches to illustrate the internal conflict of recognizing defeat.

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