15min chapter

Odd Lots cover image

Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova on the Art of Election Betting

Odd Lots

CHAPTER

Betting on Election Outcomes

This chapter explores the dynamics of expressing political opinions through betting, comparing prediction markets with alternative investment options linked to notable political figures. It discusses the strategies of professional traders and highlights the biases in polling and prediction markets, particularly their implications for understanding voter behavior. Additionally, the chapter touches on the economic significance of election betting and its connections to broader cultural trends.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode