
 The Next Big Idea ON THE EDGE (Part 2): How to Get Ahead by Thinking Probabilistically
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 Aug 15, 2024  Nate Silver, a renowned statistician and author, delves into the art of probabilistic thinking. He encourages listeners to embrace bigger risks for greater rewards, particularly in financial and career pursuits. Silver critiques the rise and fall of Sam Bankman-Fried, questioning the accountability in philanthropy and the pitfalls of over-relying on probability. He also explains how mental and physical conditions affect decision-making in high-stakes environments, stressing the importance of composure and calculated choices for success. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 3min 
 Embracing Risk for Greater Success 
 03:00 • 3min 
 Decisions, Intuition, and Probability 
 05:32 • 11min 
 The Impact of Physical Condition on Strategic Decision-Making 
 16:16 • 3min 
 The Rise and Fall of Sam Bankman-Fried 
 18:46 • 19min 
 Navigating Risk: The Balance of Tolerance in Innovation 
 37:29 • 2min 
 Bridging Perspectives and Daily Insights 
 39:53 • 2min 

