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Daniel Kahneman’s Prospect Theory

Mar 29, 2024
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Psychologist Daniel Kahneman, a Nobel Prize winner in Economics, is discussed in this episode about Prospect Theory. The podcast delves into how Kahneman's research challenged economic assumptions, debunked conventional theories, and highlighted human decision-making processes, biases, and the balance between intuitive shortcuts and analytical thinking.
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  • Kahneman challenged the assumption of human rationality in economic theories.
  • Prospect Theory introduced reference points influencing risk aversion in decision-making.

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Challenging Traditional Economic Assumptions

Many classic economic theories assume that humans are rational decision-makers, operating in their best self-interest. However, Daniel Kahneman, a psychologist, alongside his colleague Amos Tversky, questioned this assumption. They proposed that humans have two systems for decision-making: one intuitive and one rational. Through their research, they found that people often rely on quick, intuitive judgments, leading to errors in decision-making. This challenges the conventional notion of human rationality in economic models.

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