Stuff You Should Know Rock Paper Scissors: Decider of Things
Jan 18, 2022
Dive into the fascinating world of rock, paper, scissors! Discover its surprising history and global variations, including the intriguing name 'Rochambeau.' Explore the psychological strategies players use and the odd rise of professional tournaments. Hear a unique love story between two artists intertwined with the game's cultural significance. Delve into the playful lore and tactics that elevate this childhood game to a complex decision-making tool, blending humor with deeper insights.
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Executive Decision-Making
- Takashi Hashiyama, a Japanese executive, used rock, paper, scissors to make business decisions.
- In 2005, he used it to choose between auction houses for his $20 million art collection.
Twin Experts
- Christie's auction house recruited 11-year-old twins, experts in rock, paper, scissors, to compete for a $20 million art collection auction.
- The twins' strategy of starting with scissors, based on perceived opponent psychology, won the auction for Christie's.
Ancient Origins
- Evidence for rock, paper, scissors's ancient Egyptian origin is based on interpretations of murals.
- Scholars suggest the murals depict finger-flashing games, but lack conclusive evidence linking them to rock, paper, scissors.