Best World Football Index Podcasts (2024)

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Wide World of Options: Tales from the Road: Record Volume, Market Accessibility, and Football 48:26

10d ago48:26

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For July, Wide World of Options is continuing to feature recent conversations with some of the industry’s biggest names. In this episode, Meaghan Dugan of the NYSE, Kevin McCarthy of Clear Street and Steve Sosnick of IBKR offer their take on what has propelled record trading volume, how the markets can be made more accessible to a wider range of in…

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114. Why You Can't Get a Restaurant Reservation - Bots May Have Something to Do With It 53:00

16d ago53:00

53:00

SummaryIn this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including Chris' recent wedding, changes in Adobe's terms and conditions, and the practice of scalping restaurant reservations. They explore the implications of Adobe's attempt to own the intellectual property of content created on their software and the backlash they faced. They also delve i…

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Wide World of Options: Tales From the Road: Wax on, Wax off & Other Life Lessons 35:20

1M ago35:20

35:20

What might Mr. Miyagi, Dr. Duke, and options have in common? You can find out by listening to our latest episode! We’ve taken our show on the road and are proud to feature some of the engaging and insightful conversations we had with a few of the industry's most recognized names. In this episode, Lule Demmissie, CEO of eToro, talks about emerging t…

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113. The Texas Sharpshooter Fallacy & Confirmation Bias - Facts to Suit Theories Instead of Theories to Suit Facts 53:44

2M ago53:44

53:44

In this episode, the hosts discuss the Texas Sharpshooter Fallacy, which is when outcomes are analyzed out of context, giving the illusion of causation rather than attributing the outcome to chance. They provide examples of this fallacy, such as the alcohol industry pushing back on labels that state alcohol causes cancer. They also touch on the nar…

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112. Sell in May & Go Away -- Chicken or the Egg? 52:00

2M ago52:00

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In this episode, the hosts discuss the adage 'sell in May and go away' and its implications for the stock market. They explore the historical underperformance of the stock market during the summer months and the potential reasons behind it. They also touch on the impact of the presidential election cycle on stock market performance. The hosts cauti…

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Wide World of Options: Volatility, Options Skew and….Kansas? 37:02

2M ago37:02

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What do volatility, options skew, and the great state of Kansas all have in common? They are all featured in the newest podcast from OIC’s WWoO. Tune in to this two-part episode as host Mark Benzaquen welcomes fellow OIC instructor Ken Keating to discuss all things volatility – including historical and implied volatility, volatility metrics and opt…

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111. Recruiting Games: Companies Are Recruiting Earlier; Why Game Play Can Help Find Talent 54:46

2M ago54:46

54:46

In this episode, the guys talk about how early major firms are beginning their recruiting process and whether it's possible for game theory to apply to the hiring process. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gametheory/message

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110. Pizza Meter - How Pizza Orders Predict War & Waffle House Index - They Unofficial FEMA Designation 47:30

3M ago47:30

47:30

Summary The conversation discusses the concept of the pizza meter, which suggests that an increase in pizza orders from government buildings can be indicative of important political or military events. The pizza meter has been observed to predict events such as the invasion of Grenada and Panama. The Pentagon has attempted to combat the pizza meter…

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109. Spotify's Stream Farm Problem & Amazon's Fake Walk-Out Stores 50:20

3M ago50:20

50:20

Summary The conversation explores the fraudulent practices of buying followers and streams in the music industry and social media platforms. It discusses the incentives for marketing firms to manipulate engagement numbers and the challenges of creating a level playing field. The conversation also touches on the impact of these practices on the broa…

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Wide World of Options: A Return to Statistics, Covered Calls, and More 38:25

3M ago38:25

38:25

In this two-part episode, OIC host Mark Benzaquen first welcomes OIC colleague Mat Cashman in a return to Statistics 101 as they discuss probability, standard deviation, and tail risk in options. Then we turn to a special segment with Dr. Alan Ellman of The Blue Collar Investor, for a conversation about the value of options education and Alan’s tak…

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108. AI-Generated Content: Sports Illustrated's Scandal; Gothika Cover; The Library of Babel 1:01:33

3M ago1:01:33

1:01:33

SummaryIn this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics, including the New York State salary listing requirement, the impact of AI on creative expression, the importance of a paper co-authored by prominent thinkers in foreign policy, the revolutionary change brought about by nuclear weapons, and the use of AI in music and art. They also explo…

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107. John Von Neumann - Father of Game Theory, Nuclear Scientist, Super Genius 59:46

4M ago59:46

59:46

In this episode, Nick and Chris discuss their hiatus and receive feedback on their Match Day episode. They then introduce John von Neumann, a mathematician, physicist, computer scientist, and polymath who made significant contributions to game theory. We discuss his biography, academic career, and collaborations with other intellectual giants. They…

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Wide World of Options: The Greeks, New Listings, and More! 33:49

4M ago33:49

33:49

In this latest, two-part episode, OIC instructor Roma Colwell joins show host, Mark Benzaquen to discuss the Greeks and their potential impact to trading options. And Dave Stuber from OCC’s Market Operations team drops in to discuss the process of listing new options on U.S. exchanges and how OCC systems maintain almost 1.5 million different option…

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THROWBACK: Medical Match Day, The Stable Marriage Problem, and a Special Guest 1:01:28

4M ago1:01:28

1:01:28

In this episode, Nick and Chris are joined by Nick's better half -- Dr. Kim Linden -- to talk about the medical match. What's it like? Do you like it? What are the problems? We'd all also like to congratulate and wish godspeed upon all those who matched! Remember, this show has a YouTube Channel and you can also check out the website for blogs, etc…

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106. Blue Dot Effect & Negative Journalism; 'Insh*tification'; Why Everything Seems So Bad 56:23

5M ago56:23

56:23

In this episode, Nick and Chris various topics including the Atlanta Hawks' coin flip games, the Match Group lawsuit, Wendy's surge pricing, and the blue dot effect. The blue dot effect refers to the phenomenon where people change their concept of something based on its prevalence. This has implications for decision-making and perception. The hosts…

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105. Secretary Problem & Optimal Stop Theory: How to Choose One from Many 50:23

5M ago50:23

50:23

Episode 105.In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including the challenges of moving, a dating app lawsuit, the impact of Seattle's delivery laws, AI-generated content, the secretary problem, and the application of cardinal and ordinal information in decision making. They also touch on Euler's constant and its significance in mathematic…

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104. TikTok v Universal Music Group & How Licensing Deals Impact All Parties 55:16

5M ago55:16

55:16

Contact the show: gametheorymedia1@gmail.com _________________________________ Summary: The conversation explores the topics of licensing agreements, negotiations, ownership, compensation, and the influence of AI in the entertainment industry. The hosts discuss the challenges and dynamics of moving and the process of purging belongings. They also t…

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103. Raven Paradox: What Constitutes Evidence & Why Logical Arguments Matter 53:27

5M ago53:27

53:27

In this episode of the Game Theory podcast, the hosts discuss various topics including the Stanley Cup craze and lead contamination, international women's soccer tournaments, and the Raven paradox. They explore different solutions to the paradox, including Good's Baby Solution and the Red Herring Solution. The conversation explores Hempel's paradox…

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Wide World of Options: Options Pricing from a Dual Perspective 32:31

5M ago32:31

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For those new to options, certain aspects of pricing are difficult to understand. And for those more seasoned traders, even they might be left “in the dark” when it comes to the behind the scenes mechanics of OCC pricing determinations. Luckily, OIC has both covered. Join host Mark Benzaquen as he welcomes fellow OIC instructor Ken Keating and OCC …

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102. Fraudster IV - Paolo Macchiarini: The Bad Surgeon, Fake Lover 1:14:12

6M ago1:14:12

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Summary This episode of the Game Theory podcast discusses the case of Paolo Macchiarini, a surgeon who committed medical and relationship fraud. Macchiarini gained fame for his experimental surgeries, particularly the implantation of lab-grown tracheas. However, his procedures resulted in the deaths of several patients. Additionally, Macchiarini en…

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101. Stanley Cups: Conspicuous Consumption; Marketing to Women & Fads 58:18

6M ago58:18

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Summary The conversation begins with a reflection on the previous episode and a discussion on snow and winter. The main topic of the conversation is the Stanley Cup trend, which is a fad involving the popularization of Stanley mugs. The factors contributing to the trend, such as novelty and fear of missing out, are explored. The benefits and featur…

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EPISODE 100 REVIEW AND CONTEST 1:10:16

6M ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Thanks for hanging out with us for 100 episodes! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gametheory/message

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THROWBACK: 39. Quiet Quitting & Laying Flat - Game Theory of The American (And Chinese) Worker 44:00

6M ago44:00

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In this episode, Nick and Chris dive into the new phenomenon known as quiet quitting and laying flat. Connect with us:Website: https://www.gametheorypod.comGame Theory on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gametheorypodGame Theory on Twitter: @GameTheoryPod https://twitter.com/GameTheoryPodNick on Twitter: @tribnic https://twitter.com/tribnicChris …

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Wide World of Options: New Year’s Resolutions and Options: What’s in Store for 2024! 21:37

6M ago21:37

21:37

A New Year often brings with it new resolutions. If your resolution includes learning about options, The Options Industry Council and OIC’s Wide World of Options has you covered. In the first episode of 2024, host Mark Benzaquen explains the ins and outs of options fundamentals by defining options and discussing their potential uses. And as an adde…

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99. Occam's Razor, Newton's Flaming Laser Sword, and the 9 Philosophical Razors 1:11:15

7M ago1:11:15

1:11:15

In this episode, the hosts discuss various philosophical razors, which are principles used to evaluate and simplify explanations and claims. They cover razors such as Alder's Razor, Einstein's Razor, Grice's Razor, Hume's Guillotine, Hitchens' Razor, Occam's Razor, Popper's Falsifiability, and Sagan's Standard. Each razor provides a different persp…

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98. Math Confirms Santa is Real; What the Nash Equilibrium Teaches Us About Gift Giving 56:27

7M ago56:27

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In this episode, the hosts discuss various Christmas topics, including the mathematics of Christmas and the existence of Santa Claus. They also talk about their upcoming episodes and milestones. The conversation delves into the philosophical and mathematical proof of Santa Claus, drawing parallels to Descartes' philosophical arguments. The hosts ex…

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Frantic Football Episode 62: Catching Up & Format Chat 1:02:27

7M ago1:02:27

1:02:27

Neel Shelat and Ben Griffis finally return for another episode of the Frantic Football Podcast. They round up some of the big stories from around the world in lesser-publicised leagues they have been following before delving into an in-depth discussion about a number of major international club tournaments' format changes.…

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97. Conspiracy Theories & Hoaxes - Why They Last So Long, How They Start, Our Favorites 1:03:14

7M ago1:03:14

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In this episode, the hosts discuss conspiracy theories and hoaxes. They explore the factors that contribute to the lifespan of a hoax and the challenges of debunking conspiracy theories. They also highlight the importance of distinguishing between harmless conspiracy theories and those that can have real-world consequences. The hosts mention exampl…

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Wide World of Options: Equity vs. Index Options: Is There a Difference? 21:21

7M ago21:21

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When it comes to trading exchange-listed options, all may not be apples to apples. Different products may have different settlement styles, different exercise restrictions, and even differences in trading hours, among others. Join OIC host Mark Benzaquen and OIC instructor Roma Colwell as they breakdown the various differences, similarities, and po…

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96. Rank Choice Voting; American Primary Elections; College Football Playoff Conundrum 1:01:00

7M ago1:01:00

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In this episode, the boys discuss rank choice voting, an alternative to the normal elections in the US. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gametheory/message

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95. Marchetti's Constant: Why All Commute Times Are the Same; the Rise of 15 Minute Cities 58:56

8M ago58:56

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In this episode, the boys discuss Marchetti's Constant and why it always takes about an hour (round-trip) to get to work. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gametheory/message

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94. Weber-Fechner Law: Why You Suddenly Notice Change and How We Observe Our World 54:54

8M ago54:54

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In this episode the boys talk about the Weber Fechner Law and how our brains are logarithmic.. Googliography: Weber-Fechner Law:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weber%E2%80%93Fechner_lawBest Subreddit Ever? https://www.reddit.com/r/IsItBullshit/comments/x09sx8/isitbullshit_humans_can_smell_water_better_than/--- Send in a voice message: https://podcast…

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93. Keith Lee's ATL Drama; Dave Portnoy's Pizza Scores; the Art of Criticism & the Power of Reviews 1:02:40

8M ago1:02:40

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In this episode, the boys talk about the recent drama between TikTok food reviewer Keith Lee and various restaurants in Atlanta including The Real Milk and Honey and The Atlanta Breakfast Club. ____________________________Watch the show on YouTube: ___________________________Googliography: Real Milk and Honey Apology: https://www.axios.com/local/at…

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Wide World of Options: Ratio Spreads: Is More Really More?  33:51

8M ago33:51

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Is there more to gain (or lose) when buying more options than you sell or selling more than you buy? And what about pricing—how do the Greeks and implied volatility factor into the mix? Join host Mark Benzaquen and fellow OIC instructor Ken Keating as they discuss, dissect, and deconstruct ratio spreads for stock repair and bullish and bearish fore…

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92. Inductive vs Deductive Reasoning - Eating Lambs and Popping Quizzes 59:27

9M ago59:27

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In this episode the boys break down the differences between inductive reasoning and deductive reasoning and why it matters. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gametheory/message

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Frantic Football Episode 61: AFC Qualifiers, CSL Title Race Twist & More 1:07:40

9M ago1:07:40

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Neel Shelat and Ben Griffis return to roundup all the major action from the last week, including 2026 World Cup qualifiers in a couple of continents, women's Copa Libertadores and UEFA Champions League updates, some interesting title races in Asia, the new African Football League and much more.By World Football Index

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91. Diderot Effect - How Buying Something Nice Can Make You Hate Your Stuff 58:27

9M ago58:27

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In this episode, the boys get into something called the Diderot Effect. Googliography: TBD--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gametheory/message

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90. Delta's Meltdown & Starbucks Stars: How Company's Turned Loyalty Into a Bank 1:01:25

9M ago1:01:25

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In this episode, the boys talk about the Delta Sky Miles mess and how Starbucks Stars have evolved to a $2 billion source of revenue. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gametheory/message

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Wide World Of Options: How Are Options Priced? Making Sense of Volatility Skew and Relative Value 26:51

9M ago26:51

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Pop Quiz: Is a 10% out-of-the-money put priced similarly to an equally out-of-the-money call? And when it comes to risk, does the market value each strike the same? For answers to these questions and many more, tune into this OIC Wide World of Options episode as host Mark Benzaquen welcomes OIC instructor Mat Cashman to discuss implied volatility a…

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89. Social Contagion: TikTok Tourrette's; Salem Witch Trials; & The Great June Bug Hysteria 1:05:32

9M ago1:05:32

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In this episode, the guys break down how ideas can spread out of control. Googliography:Social contagion: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_contagionNudge Theory: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nudge_theory'TikTok Tics: A Pandemic Within a Pandemic': https://movementdisorders.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/mdc3.13316--- Send in a voice messa…

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