Best Stuff Dot Life Podcasts (2024)

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

2h 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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In-suffer-able: Bigger Than This Dot 42:52

5d ago42:52

42:52

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

8d 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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In-suffer-able: The Company You Keep 49:01

12d ago49:01

49:01

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In-suffer-able: That Hurts 46:36

20d ago46:36

46:36

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

23d 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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Easter 2024: Let Hope Arise 46:16

26d ago46:16

46:16

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

29d 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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The Jesus Model: Minute By Moment 46:54

1M ago46:54

46:54

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The Jesus Model: More Than Me 42:37

1M ago42:37

42:37

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The Jesus Model: Too Much Stuff 38:29

2M ago38:29

38:29

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

2M 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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The Jesus Model: A Relational Prototype 37:12

2M ago37:12

37:12

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

2M 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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Woke or Awake: Upstream Prevention 41:05

2M ago41:05

41:05

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

2M 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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Woke or Awake: Jolted from R.E.M 40:37

2M ago40:37

40:37

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Woke or Awake: A Godly Filter 39:40

3M ago39:40

39:40

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

3M 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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Eager Pursuit: Lovely Gifts 39:20

3M ago39:20

39:20

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

3M 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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Eager Pursuit: A Peaceful Refuge 35:56

3M ago35:56

35:56

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

3M ago1:14:12

1:14:12

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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Eager Pursuit: Sloppy Agape 38:47

3M ago38:47

38:47

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

3M ago58:18

58:18

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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Eager Pursuit: I Am Persuaded 39:43

3M ago39:43

39:43

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EPISODE 100 REVIEW AND CONTEST 1:10:16

4M 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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Eager Pursuit: Tidy Up 36:15

4M ago36:15

36:15

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

4M ago44:00

44:00

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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Living in Transition 35:49

4M ago35:49

35:49

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

4M 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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Ordinary People Extraordinary Gift: Prepare Him Room 38:53

4M ago38:53

38:53

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

4M ago56:27

56:27

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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Ordinary People Extraordinary Gift: Responding In Faith 50:26

4M ago50:26

50:26

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

5M 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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Ordinary People Extraordinary Gift: Consider This 40:36

5M ago40:36

40:36

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

5M 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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Ordinary People Extraordinary Gift: Surrender 40:27

5M ago40:27

40:27

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

5M ago58:56

58:56

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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How To Give: Radical Contentment 41:39

5M ago41:39

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How To Give: Principle of the First and Last Gift 42:56

5M ago42:56

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

5M ago54:54

54:54

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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Kingdom Giving with Dr. George Cope 41:57

6M ago41:57

41:57

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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

6M 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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How To Give: A Sacred Trust 42:36

6M ago42:36

42:36

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How To Give: Good Samaritan 45:06

6M ago45:06

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

6M ago59:27

59:27

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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How To Pray: Praying in the Spirit 37:28

6M ago37:28

37:28

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

6M 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