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Episode 6: The Overconfidence Game

Against the Rules with Michael Lewis

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The Dark Allure of Impersonation in War

This chapter explores the daring actions of a person impersonating a doctor during the Korean War, performing surgeries on soldiers under false pretenses. It examines themes of gender dynamics in deception, highlighting how such audacious schemes are often male-dominated while prompting a reflection on confidence and deceit.

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