49. Annie Duke: The Power of Quitting and Exploration of Decision-Making in Poker, Tennis & Life

Sit down with us as we delve into an intriguing discussion with the brilliant Annie Duke. She navigates our listeners from the world of academia to the high-stakes realm of poker, and back, sprinkling invaluable insights along the way. The episode unfurls the hidden similarities between poker and tennis, and brings to light how the strategic game of poker has influenced her approach to tennis. We also uncover the role of skill and luck in the world of competitive games and how these elements can affect short-term outcomes.

Annie bares her personal journey as a woman in the predominantly male field of poker, bringing forth the challenges she faced and the decision that led her to quit. She enlightens us on the power of knowing when to walk away, a skill that is often overlooked. Our discussion also ventures into the purpose of betting in poker, proving that it is more than a gamble; it's a way of gathering information about your opponent.

In the concluding part of our conversation, we explore the connection between forced quitting, decision making, and opportunity costs. Annie's books serve as a backdrop as we navigate through the concept of open-mindedness and the complexity of changing beliefs. Tune in to this thought-provoking conversation that's brimming with strategies and insights from the captivating world of poker, academia, tennis, and beyond. You'll be left contemplating your own decision-making strategies and maybe even your next move in poker, or life in general.

Check out:
Annie's Website: https://www.annieduke.com/
Annie's Substack: https://annieduke.substack.com/
Annie's Podcast: The Decision Education Podcast on Apple Podcast, https://alliancefordecisioneducation.org/podcasts/
Annie's Books: https://www.annieduke.com/books/
Alliance for Decision Education: https://alliancefordecisioneducation.org/

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