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How to Gamble Like a Chess Player, with Jennifer Shahade

Risky Business with Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova

CHAPTER

The Intersection of Chess and Poker in Jennifer Shahadeh's Life

Jennifer Shahadeh shares her journey from growing up playing chess to transitioning into poker, discussing her family's involvement in games and the influence of her brother and friends. The conversation explores the strategic thinking process in chess and poker, comparing decision-making, equity calculation, and the psychological aspects of the games. They discuss how chess and poker mirror real-life decision making and risks, and the financial aspects of poker for players.

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