The Freakonomics Radio Book Club

1. How to Make Your Own Luck

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May 21, 2021
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ANECDOTE

Konnikova's Difficult Year

  • In 2015, Konnikova's family faced job losses and a health scare.
  • These events influenced her exploration of luck and control.
ANECDOTE

Konnikova's Early Poker Mistake

  • Maria Konnikova, initially a poker novice, bluffed with aces but was raised, revealing her inexperience.
  • Despite her psychology background, she made emotional decisions, highlighting the gap between knowledge and application.
INSIGHT

Gender Dynamics in Poker

  • Gender influences behavior in poker, as women are often socialized to be less confrontational.
  • This socialization can lead to passivity in poker, like folding good hands too often.
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