Best Brian Koppelman Podcasts (2024)

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Calculating Risks in a Creative Life, with Brian Koppelman 48:14

30d ago48:14

48:14

Maria sits down with the great Brian Koppelman (Rounders, Billions, The Bear) to learn about how he navigates risk in Hollywood and beyond. They discuss his methods of determining when a risk is worth taking, how to offset risk with hard work, and the time he bet big on Billions. For more from Nate and Maria, subscribe to their newsletters: The Lea…

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How to Win Bets and Influence Elections 48:59

2d ago48:59

48:59

Caroline Ellison, the second most important person who worked at FTX, was sentenced to prison this week. Nate and Maria talk about how she and Sam Bankman-Fried thought about making +EV bets (with other people’s money). They discuss her role – victim? villain? – and how she played out her real-life prisoner’s dilemma. Then, Nate gives an election u…

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Conning with the Stars: Anna Delvey, Voting Rationally, and the Maine Nebraska model 44:33

9d ago44:33

44:33

Nate and Maria discuss Anna Sorokin’s (AKA Anna Delvey) spin on Dancing with the Stars. Then, they debate the merits and limits of voting in your self interest, and Nate explains why Nebraska has his attention on the election map. For more from Nate and Maria, subscribe to their newsletters: The Leap from Maria Konnikova Silver Bulletin from Nate S…

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Should You Be Able to Bet On the Election? 44:53

16d ago44:53

44:53

Kalshi, a company that offers prediction markets, sued the US government in an effort to legalize betting on elections. Nate and Maria discuss the pros and cons of election prediction markets. Plus, Nate gives an election update and Maria learns what to do when there’s no plus-EV move. Further Reading: Ready Your Bets: Election gambling is going ma…

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Does Nate Trust His Model? Debates, Prediction Markets and Poker 38:32

23d ago38:32

38:32

Nate and Maria discuss the Harris-Trump debate. Then, Nate gives an update on his election model, and Maria shares the outcome of her irrational move at a poker tournament in Barcelona. For more from Nate and Maria, subscribe to their newsletters: The Leap from Maria Konnikova Silver Bulletin from Nate Silver See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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Amazing Frauds, Faking Your Own Death, and the Latest on the Election 54:39

1M ago54:39

54:39

Nate and Maria briefly discuss the latest election news. Then Tim Harford, author and host of Cautionary Tales, joins to discuss two of history’s most compelling con artists: Sam Israel III and John Law. Risk-related lessons are learned. Further Reading: A Con Man Who Lives Between Truth and Fiction from the New York Times The Murderer, The Boy Kin…

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Kamala Edition: Taxes, Tariffs, and the DNC 40:23

1M ago40:23

40:23

This week Nate and Maria discuss the state of Kamala Harris’ presidential bid, including taking a look at her first policy proposals on price gouging and taxes on tips. For more from Nate and Maria, subscribe to their newsletters: The Leap from Maria Konnikova Silver Bulletin from Nate Silver See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Lessons from The River (Maria Interviews Nate About His Book) 43:08

2M ago43:08

43:08

Nate’s book “On the Edge” is out this week! (Get your copy here.) Maria interviews Nate about the origins of the book, what extreme risk takers get right and wrong, and the year Nate bet a million dollars on sports. Check out the Risky Business YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@RiskyBusinessShow For more from Nate and Maria, subscribe …

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Taking Risks in Business, Poker, and Life (with Bill Perkins) 40:38

2M ago40:38

40:38

Maria sits down with Bill Perkins, the legendary energy trader, to talk about his approach to risk in business, poker, and life. For more from Nate and Maria, subscribe to their newsletters: The Leap from Maria Konnikova Silver Bulletin from Nate Silver See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Kamala Mode, Misinformation, and Winning the WSOP 45:30

2M ago45:30

45:30

Nate’s election model is back on, and it’s in Kamala Mode. Nate and Maria discuss what the model shows us about Kamala Harris’ chances, and the strange election misinformation that has been going around. Then, they are joined by World Series of Poker Main Event winner Jonathan Tamayo to discuss his win – and the controversy that surrounds it. For m…

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Betting on Kamala Harris (with special guest Matt Glassman) 36:34

2M ago36:34

36:34

Biden’s out of the race! Matt Glassman joins Nate to talk about what the consolidation behind Kamala Harris reveals about party politics and who she might pick for a running mate. Further Reading: Why Biden Finally Quit from Politico Can Harris Beat Trump? from New York Magazine What a Kamala Harris Presidency Might Look Like from Semafor For more …

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Conspiracy Theories, J.D. Vance, and Jury Duty 44:58

3M ago44:58

44:58

Nate and Maria discuss the assassination attempt on Donald Trump and the psychology of conspiracy theorists. They talk about what Trump’s selection of J.D. Vance means for the election. And they parse the latest in the Democrats’ intra-party fight over Biden. Also on the show: Nate’s day at jury duty is a case study in bad bluffs. For more from Nat…

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How to Convince Biden to Quit 46:15

3M ago46:15

46:15

Nate and Maria really, really, really want Joe Biden to drop out of the race. Maria gives a psychological consult on the best way to convince Biden to quit. Nate estimates Biden’s chances of defeating Donal Trump if he stays in – and Kamala Harris’s chances of winning the election if she replaces Biden. Also: An update from the Main Event of the Wo…

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How to Gamble Like a Chess Player, with Jennifer Shahade 40:38

3M ago40:38

40:38

Maria talks with Women’s Chess Grandmaster Jennifer Shahade about what chess and poker teach you about life; how statistics can help you think about having kids; and the time Maria lost a chess match in four moves. For more from Nate and Maria, subscribe to their newsletters: The Leap from Maria Konnikova Silver Bulletin from Nate Silver See omnyst…

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The President Has No Clothes: Biden Should Drop Out 45:38

3M ago45:38

45:38

In this bonus episode, Nate and Maria discuss last night’s debate between President Biden and former President Trump. They argue that Biden should drop out of the race, and discuss what might happen if he does. Further Reading: “Joe Biden Should Drop Out” from Silver Bulletin “CNN Presidential Debate: President Joe Biden and former President Donald…

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Nate’s Election Model, the Trouble with Insurance, and How People Get Risk Wrong 43:13

3M ago43:13

43:13

This week on Risky Business, Nate and Maria unveil Nate’s 2024 election model. (The forecast is bad news for Maria.) Also, they explain what insurance industry troubles tell us about the market for risk. And they discuss some key mistakes people make when thinking about risk. Further Reading: “Silver Bulletin 2024 presidential election forecast” by…

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Snap Elections, Global Warming, and Maria’s Favorite Hot Sauce 42:11

4M ago42:11

42:11

This week on Risky Business, Nate and Maria discuss the reasoning behind Macron’s decision to hold early elections in France, how heat waves could help communicate the reality of climate change, and what we can learn from the impending sriracha shortage. The theme that ties it all together: How to think about long-term risk. Further Reading: “The s…

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Lifetime Terms, Lifetime Bans, and the Return of Roaring Kitty 43:33

4M ago43:33

43:33

This week on Risky Business, Nate and Maria discuss whether Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor should retire, the perils of sports betting among professional athletes, and what the return of Roaring Kitty means for traditional market analysis. Further Reading: “Sonia Sotomayor Should Retire Now” from The Atlantic “Should Sonia Sotomayor Retire?”…

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Mistakes and Unknowns: Election Polls, Poker Tournaments, and the NBA Finals 48:49

4M ago48:49

48:49

This week on Risky Business, Nate gives his analysis of what Trump’s guilty verdict may mean for the election, Maria shares the biggest mistakes she’s seen at the World Series of Poker so far, and Nate reveals an interesting ripple in the sports betting ecosystem ahead of the NBA Finals. For more from Nate and Maria, subscribe to their newsletters:…

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WSOP Kickoff, Crypto ETFs, and Airfare Refunds 41:11

4M ago41:11

41:11

Nate and Maria are in Vegas for the first week of the World Series of Poker. On today’s show, they share their top tips for acing the World Series, explain the politics behind last week’s approval of a new kind of crypto ETF, and unpack new rules for airline delays. Further Reading: “SEC Unexpectedly Expedites ETH ETF w/ Eric Balchunas” from Galaxy…

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A Backup for Biden 43:08

4M ago43:08

43:08

Nate and Maria start with something light: p(doom) and the possibility that AI will bring about the end of life as we know it. Then, Nate breaks down the news about the presidential debates and makes a shocking recommendation to the Democratic Party. And – most importantly – our hosts preview the upcoming World Series of Poker in Vegas. Further Rea…

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Lessons from the Final Table 39:45

5M ago39:45

39:45

Welcome to Risky Business, a show about making better decisions. Today, Maria has lessons from a poker tournament she recently played in Monte Carlo, where she made it to the final table. Then, Nate discusses what RFK Jr.’s impressive polling numbers could mean for Biden and Trump. And Nate and Maria discuss Caitlin Clark and what her story tells u…

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Coming Soon... Risky Business with Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova 2:42

5M ago2:42

2:42

Launching on May 16, Risky Business is a weekly podcast about making better decisions. The hosts, Maria Konnikova and Nate Silver, are both journalists who moonlight as high-stakes poker players. On Risky Business, they bring their analytical framework to everything from politics to poker to personal decisions. Maria has a PhD in psychology and is …

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Duff McKagan - 12/20/23 1:02:31

10M ago1:02:31

1:02:31

Guns n Roses legend, author, brilliant writer Duff Mckagan on living up to full potential as a man and artist.By Brian Koppelman

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Elvis Mitchell - 12/13/23 1:15:39

10M ago1:15:39

1:15:39

Elvis Mitchell, filmmaker, critic, host, long time friend, on how and why he does what he does.By Brian Koppelman

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Rick Rubin - 12/04/23 1:08:29

10M ago1:08:29

1:08:29

The return of Rick Rubin!!!By Brian Koppelman

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Tyler Cowen - 11/15/23 1:03:24

11M ago1:03:24

1:03:24

The polymath Tyler Cowen on what it is to be an effective human. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Brian Koppelman

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Rich Cohen - 11/08/23 1:06:07

11M ago1:06:07

1:06:07

Brian and his guest, the legendary author Rich Cohen, debate the meaning of basketball as though it were life and death.By Brian Koppelman

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Episode 5 - Examinations 37:59

11M ago37:59

37:59

https://www.patreon.com/Witch_Hunt The three suspected witches are now in custody in Salem Village and are publicly examined by colonial magistrates at the Meeting House. The first two suspects, local beggar woman Sarah Good and the scandalous but frail Sarah Osborn, deny being witches and blame others. The third suspect, Rev. Parris' Native Americ…

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Michael Lewis - 10/25/23 1:10:35

12M ago1:10:35

1:10:35

Michael Lewis and Brian talk about why and how Michael wrote about Sam Bankman-Fried.By Brian Koppelman

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Brian wants your questions - 09/25/23 0:49

1y ago0:49

0:49

Brian needs questions! Ask away!! Q and A episode coming soon. send your questions to TheMomentBK@gmail.comBy Brian Koppelman

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Lenny Kaye - 9/12/2023 1:03:05

1y ago1:03:05

1:03:05

Rock legend, Patti Smith guitarist, storyteller and writer extraordinaire Lenny Kaye on living an artist's life.By Brian Koppelman

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Will Sasso - 08/09/23 1:15:46

1y ago1:15:46

1:15:46

The hilarious and brilliant Will Sasso on Kayfabe, podcasting and AI.By Brian Koppelman

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David Lipsky - 07/18/23 1:53:53

1y ago1:53:53

1:53:53

Message from Brian. Episodes like this one with David Lipsky are why I do the podcast. Sit back. Take a walk. Drive somewhere. But settle in. Lipsky wrote one of the best books I've read in a decade. And he is almost as good at talking as he is at writing. Dive in.By Brian Koppelman

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Matt Berninger - 07/04/23 1:05:37

1+ y ago1:05:37

1:05:37

The National's lead singer/lyricist Matt Berninger on surfing his way through writer's block to create a a great album.By Brian Koppelman

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Dante Ross - 06/27/23 1:22:28

1+ y ago1:22:28

1:22:28

Author Dante Ross on how the survival skills he learned after being basically abandoned in NYC as a kid, helped him turn himself into one of the greatest record producers/execs ever.By Brian Koppelman

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Dan Soder - 06/08/23 1:05:38

1+ y ago1:05:38

1:05:38

Dan Soder, comedy super star and Billions actor, on why taking huge risks is the only way he knows how to move forward as a stand up comedian. Dan's fourth appearance on The Moment goes deep into how he overcame being a people pleaser to really find his own voice. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacy…

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