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The Tim Ferriss Show

#739: Brené Brown and Edward O. Thorp

May 21, 2024
Brené Brown, a renowned researcher and best-selling author, dives into the intricacies of self-acceptance and the armor we create against vulnerability. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity and open communication in personal growth. Edward O. Thorp, the legendary mathematician and blackjack strategist, shares his fascinating journey from academia to gambling, revealing insights on overcoming the house edge and the art of strategic investing. Together, they explore themes of emotional resilience and the quest for understanding 'enough' in life.
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Quick takeaways

  • Brené Brown discusses self-acceptance versus striving for betterment.
  • Edward O. Thorp's fitness journey emphasizes starting small and listening to the body.

Deep dives

Financial wisdom and fitness for life

Ed Thorp shares his journey into finance and investing, initially sparked by success in Blackjack and royalties. He ventured into mathematical finance after meeting Warren Buffett and wrote 'Beat the Market,' which propelled him into managing a successful hedge fund, consistently netting around 20% annual returns. His foray into financial modeling influenced Fisher Black and Myron Scholes' renowned Black-Scholes option pricing model, revolutionizing the field of options trading.

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