Podcast appearances and mentions of seth stephens davidowitz

Explore the latest developments in the tariff tumult, including how a lack of clarity may have led to both market meltdowns and a melt-ups: a rollercoaster of highs and lows. Learn the key takeaways from a complicated situation and discover how to potentially navigate your path to financial independence in retirement. Headlines are temporary, but your financial plan shouldn't be. Analyze the essential balance of diverse portfolios and dry powder. Accept that investing comes with the risk of down days, but realize the damage caused by missing the market rebounds. Listen to Wes and Christa answer listener questions. Is it best to eradicate debt before retirement, even if that means tapping into reserve funds? Is a HELOC ever an effective strategy? Should you take Social Security early if given the opportunity, or maximize the impact by waiting? Examine the Mappiness Project, where a team of data scientists from the London School of Economics used an iPhone application to measure happiness, anxiety, and emotions tied to geolocation. Find out what helps human beings cut through the superficial into deeper contentment, and where they tend to be when accomplishing that goal. Wes probes his interview with former Google data scientist Seth Stephens-Davidowitz to illuminate the unvarnished truth and surprising conclusions. All this and a savvy Warren Buffett quote about haircuts on today's episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Herzlich Willkommen zu einer Sonderfolge mit ganz besonderen Gästen. Curse, Sarah Desai, Anahita und Lars Amend sprechen übers Eltern sein und auch darüber: - Wie viel Einfluss man auf das Wohlbefinden der eigenen Kinder hat - Welche Glaubenssätze man als Eltern mit auf den Weg gibt - Wie es ist, als Paar gemeinsam an einem Projekt zu arbeiten - Welche Kinderbücher prägend waren und auch noch sind Viel Freude mit dieser Sonderfolge und einen guten Start in die neue Woche. Teil 1 zu "Starke Kinder - Starke Eltern": https://open.spotify.com/episode/6dORKxOo2ynvbIa2VUja8i?si=d2e4303f99fb440d Podcast "The Mindful Sessions" von Sarah Desai: https://sarahdesai.de/podcast/ Podcast von Lars Amend: https://www.lars-amend.de/podcast-auf-einen-espresso-mit-larsamend Bücher von Anahita: https://www.oetinger.de/person/anahita Buch "Don't trust your gut": https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Seth-Stephens-Davidowitz/dp/0062880918 Website: www.curse.de Instagram: www.instagram.com/cursezeit Facebook: www.facebook.com/curseofficial TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@curseofficial

How dangerous can a pair of shoes be? Really dangerous, particularly if they have big heels. We begin this episode looking at the long story of high heel terror plus other interesting facts about women's shoes. https://reut.rs/3rXNqoR & https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/05/150521120924.htm Most day-to-day decisions you make based on your own judgment. Things such as what career path to take, who to marry, what to do to make yourself happy and other life-changing decisions you make all on your own. However, for all those and other decisions there is solid data that can help. Here to explain this is economist, and former Google data scientist, Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, author of the book Don't Trust Your Gut: Using Data to Get What You Really Want in Life (https://amzn.to/3kiHySZ). What's the difference between rain and a rain shower? What causes dew and frost? Can clouds predict the weather if you know how to read them? These are some of the questions I explore with Tristan Gooley author of The Secret World of Weather (https://amzn.to/3MFQBcv). This discussion will change the way you look at the weather. There are some people who just can't seem to stop working. They work on weekends, holidays and even while on vacation. That might sound like dedication, but it is actually a problem. Listen as I reveal the dangers of working too much and what you should really be doing with your time off. https://academic.oup.com/aje/article/169/5/596/143020 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!!! FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor! Get 50% off at https://FactorMeals.com/something50off DELL: Anniversary savings await you for a limited time only at https://Dell.com/deals SHOPIFY:  Nobody does selling better than Shopify! Sign up for a $1 per-month trial period at https://Shopify.com/sysk and upgrade your selling today! HERS: Hers is changing women's healthcare by providing access to GLP-1 weekly injections with the same active ingredient as Ozempic and Wegovy, as well as oral medication kits. Start your free online visit today at https://forhers.com/sysk INDEED: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at https://Indeed.com/SOMETHING right now! CURIOSITY WEEKLY: We love Curiosity Weekly, so listen wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk with Seth about how to best understand people's motivations and why direct questioning sometimes fails. We cover ideas like the illusion of effort, the curse of knowledge and how to respond when different datasets give conflicting answers.

SUMMARY: To celebrate this book about dishonesty, we're gonna test how well you know Kellen and Dave with a game of two truths and a lie. You ready? See if you know us well enough to pass the quiz.1. Statement 2 is false.2. Statement 3 is true.3. Statement 1 is false.Alright, we'll see which of you are superfans!WATCH KELLEN'S NEW COMEDY SPECIAL "NEGATIVE COMMENTS" ON YOUTUBE!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpBt0W1zrDU&t=1237s-Get two free tickets to any of Kellen's live shows in 2024-2025 by joining The Book Pile's Patreon at:https://www.patreon.com/TheBookPile-Dave's book / game The Starlings is here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMBBLGXN?ref=myi_title_dpTHE HOSTS!-Kellen Erskine has appeared on Conan, Comedy Central, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, NBC's America's Got Talent, and the Amazon Original Series Inside Jokes. He has garnered over 200 million views with his clips on Dry Bar Comedy. In 2018 he was selected to perform on the “New Faces” showcase at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. He currently tours the country www.KellenErskine.com-David Vance's videos have garnered over 1 billion views. He has written viral ads for companies like Squatty Potty, Chatbooks, and Lumē, and sketches for the comedy show Studio C. His work has received two Webby Awards, and appeared on Conan. He currently works as a writer on the sitcom Freelancers.

Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, a data scientist and bestselling author, is known for his brilliant use of data to upend conventional wisdom - often with humorous, surprising, and occasionally shocking results. His latest book, Who Makes the NBA, uses data to interrogate some of basketball's biggest questions, consistently yielding unexpected insights. Here's the kicker - he wrote the entire book in just 30 days after discovering Code Interpreter. Unsurprisingly for a former quant, I had a blast chatting to Seth. Topics discussed include why so many NBA players are called Chris, whether basketball is due for a Moneyball moment, and why so many of us misunderstand the rags-to-riches story. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. For the full transcript, episode takeaways, and bucketloads of other goodies designed to make you go, “Hmm, that's interesting!”, check out our Substack. Important Links: Seth's Website Twitter Show Notes: Author, data scientist… comedian? Using Code Interpreter to write a book in 30 days The trait that makes it incredibly easy to become an NBA player Why the best NBA player in history isn't who you think it is Is basketball due a Moneyball moment? Why are so many NBA players named Chris? What people get wrong about the rags-to-riches story The hidden magic of data storytelling Finding your audience The danger of glamour Keep it simple, stupid Why the standard interview sucks Doppelgangers & the power of A/B testing The overdue revolution in health data Why Google should be worried Stated vs revealed preferences The power of enormous data sets Seth as World Emperor Books Mentioned: Who Makes the NBA?: Data-Driven Answers to Basketball's Biggest Questions; by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz Don't Trust Your Gut: Using Data to Get What You Really Want in Life; by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz Everybody Lies: Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are; by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz What Works on Wall Street: A Guide to the Best-Performing Investment Strategies of All Time; by Jim O'Shaughnessy

In this special New Year episode of the Bold Goal Crusher podcast, host Sara Mayer takes listeners through her reading journey of the past year, sharing insights and takeaways from a selection of influential books. Although the live sessions for the Bold Goal Crusher book club have ended, Sara continues to discuss and recommend books that shape her strategies in goal-setting, business, and personal growth. Highlighted books include 'Same as Ever' by Morgan Howe, 'The Successful Speaker' by Grant Baldwin, 'The Hidden Potential' by Adam Grant, and more. Sara encourages listeners to include reading in their personal development plans and talks about the importance of learning through books to achieve new goals. Tune in for an inspiring roundup of must-read books and consider joining the book club online to stay updated with Sara's latest reads. Grab the books here https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-7c15283e/list/2NKPPN52D8W6D?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_G6JZP04QCXRFF4TBH2NR Join the book club at saramayer.com/joinbookclub to stay updated on our reading list for the year. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Update 01:26 Welcome to New Listeners 01:37 Overview of the Year's Reads 02:06 Book Review: Same as Ever by Morgan Howe 02:51 Book Review: The Successful Speaker by Grant Baldwin 03:31 Book Review: Hidden Potential by Adam Grant 04:12 Book Review: Billion Dollar Brand Club by Lawrence Ingrassia 05:05 Book Review: On Our Best Behavior by Elise Loehnen 05:36 Book Review: Don't Trust Your Gut by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz 06:10 Book Review: No Filter by Sarah Frier 06:47 Book Review: Worthy by Jamie Kern Lima 07:17 Book Review: Your Best Year Ever by Michael Hyatt 07:46 Book Review: Be Seen by Jen Gottlieb 08:13 Book Review: The Greatness Mindset by Lewis Howes 08:55 Closing Thoughts and Recommendations

Neujahrsvorsätze sind oft dieselben: mehr Sport, gesünder essen, schlechte Gewohnheiten ablegen. Aber wie wäre es mit einem Vorsatz, der Sie wirklich weiterbringt? Lesen Sie mehr Bücher! Tiefgehende, inspirierende Bücher – keine oberflächlichen Schlagzeilen oder sozialen Medien. Hier präsentiere ich Ihnen sieben Bücher aus den Bereichen Psychologie, Abenteuer, Geschichte, Politik und Inspiration. Diese Bücher sind anspruchsvoll, aber sie werden Sie 2025 mit Klarheit und Stärke ausstatten.  The Comfort Crisis – Michael Easter (die Komfort Krise) (2021)Michael Easter nimmt Sie mit auf eine fünfwöchige Jagd nach einem Karibu in der Arktis – eine Reise voller körperlicher Herausforderungen und existenzieller Fragen. Doch das ist nur der rote Faden. Easter unterlegt seine Abenteuererzählung mit wissenschaftlichen Erkenntnissen und psychologischen Studien, die eine zentrale Botschaft tragen: Unsere moderne Bequemlichkeit macht uns schwach.  Die ständige Verfügbarkeit von Komfort hat uns körperlich, geistig und moralisch geschwächt. Easter zeigt, dass Wachstum nur ausserhalb der Komfortzone stattfindet – durch Fasten, körperliche Herausforderungen, durch Langeweile (!) und den Mut, sich dem Scheitern zu stellen. Warum lesen? Dieses Buch ist ein Weckruf, der zeigt, wie Sie durch bewusste Unbequemlichkeit ein stärkeres und erfüllteres Leben führen können.Civilized to Death – Christopher Ryan (2019)Christopher Ryan stellt eine provokative Frage: Was, wenn unser Fortschritt uns in die falsche Richtung führt? Er zeigt, wie viele Errungenschaften der modernen Zivilisation nur die Schäden reparieren, die der Fortschritt selbst verursacht hat – von Zivilisationskrankheiten wie Diabetes und Krebs bis hin zur Isolation in Städten.  Ryan zieht scharfe Vergleiche zwischen unserer modernen Lebensweise und einem schlechten Zoo, in dem wir wie Tiere in Käfigen gehalten werden. Seine Thesen sind unbequem, aber sie regen zum Nachdenken an: Was bedeutet Fortschritt wirklich, wenn er uns unglücklich, krank und isoliert macht?  Warum lesen? Ryan fordert uns auf, unser modernes Leben kritisch zu hinterfragen. Dieses Buch wird Ihre Perspektive auf Fortschritt und Zivilisation verändern.  Everybody Lies (2017) & Don't Trust Your Gut (2022) – Seth Stephens-Davidowitz Ehemals Datenanalyst bei Google, zeigt Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, warum wir Umfragen und Statistiken nicht trauen sollten. Wir lügen – ständig. Aber vor Google? Da geben wir unsere wahren Ängste und Zweifel preis.  Ob es um Gesundheit, Beziehungen, Sex oder Glück geht – diese Bücher enthüllen, was uns wirklich antreibt, und bieten datenbasierte Erkenntnisse, wie wir bessere Entscheidungen treffen können.  Warum lesen? Sie lernen, ehrlicher mit sich selbst zu sein und die Wahrheit hinter den Zahlen zu erkennen – eine wertvolle Fähigkeit in einer Welt voller Fake News und Manipulation.  The Wager – David Grann (2023)Ein wahres Abenteuer aus dem 18. Jahrhundert: Schiffbruch, Meuterei und der nackte Überlebenskampf. David Grann erzählt die Geschichte der HMS Wager, die vor der Küste Südamerikas strandet. Die Überlebenden kämpfen gegen Hunger, Kälte und einander – eine psychologische Studie darüber, wie dünn die Schicht der Zivilisation ist.  Warum lesen? Dieses Buch ist mehr als eine Abenteuergeschichte. Es zeigt die menschliche Natur in Extremsituationen und regt dazu an, über Moral, Loyalität und Überlebensinstinkte nachzudenken.  The War on Warriors – Pete Hegseth  (2023)Als Donald Trump seinen Kandidaten für das Amt der Verteidigungsministers präsentierte, schossen vor allem die europäischen Medien aus allen Rohren. Pete Hegest habe keine Erfahrung und sei lediglich Journalist, so der Tenor. Doch wer ist Herseht wirklich und wie denkt er? Pete Hegseth, Harvard- und Princeton-Absolvent sowie Kampfveteran, rechnet in diesem Buch ab mit der Richtung, die das US-Militär eingeschlagen hat. Politische Agenden und woke Ideologien haben die Effizienz der Streitkräfte geschwächt, argumentiert er.  Hegseth fordert eine Rückkehr zur Meritokratie und zeigt auf, wie politische Eingriffe die nationale Sicherheit gefährden. Seine Kritik ist scharf, seine Lösungen klar.  Warum lesen? Egal, ob Sie Hegseths Ansichten teilen oder nicht – dieses Buch zwingt Sie, über die Rolle und den Zustand moderner Institutionen nachzudenken.  Black Spartacus – Sudhir Hazareesingh (2021)Toussaint Louverture, der Anführer der Haitianischen Revolution im ausgehenden 18. Jahrhundert, ist für mich eine der bemerkenswertesten Figuren der Weltgeschichte. Ein ehemaliger Sklave, der gegen die stärksten Armeen seiner Zeit kämpfte und die erste unabhängige schwarze Republik gründete.  Der Republikaner Louverture war nicht nur ein militärisches Genie, sondern auch ein Mann von Prinzipien: Freiheit, Gleichheit und Vergebung. Dieses Buch zeigt, wie eine Vision und unerschütterliche Werte die Welt verändern können.  Warum lesen? Louvertures Geschichte inspiriert dazu, mutig für das einzustehen, was richtig ist, und erinnert daran, dass wahre Größe aus Charakter und Überzeugung entsteht.  Warum lesen Sie nicht mehr?  Hören Sie auf, sich mit sozialen Medien oder flachen Schlagzeilen berieseln zu lassen. Bücher bieten Tiefe, Perspektive und Klarheit. Sie machen Sie zu einem stärkeren, klügeren Menschen.  Besuchen Sie meine Webseite www.muellermathias.ch für das vollständige Transkript dieses Artikels und weitere Buchempfehlungen. Unterstützen Sie diesen Podcast via www.buymeacoffee.com/stoicpirate – jeder Beitrag hilft, weiterhin Inhalte für Sie bereitzustellen.  Machen Sie 2025 zu einem Jahr des Wachstums und der Selbstherausforderung. Lesen Sie, lernen Sie, und denken Sie kritisch. Die Welt braucht Menschen, die denken können – nicht nur Mitläufer.

Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, book Everybody Lies

In this episode, William Green chats with Adam Shapiro, Managing Partner at East Rock Capital. Adam oversees billions on behalf of eight vastly rich families, allocating their assets to everything from hedge funds to private equity. Here, he explains how to build & safeguard wealth over the long term; how he identifies the best fund managers; why he's wary of index funds & ETFs; & how to thrive by building a powerful network & removing excess “filler” from your portfolio & your life. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 07:29 - Why Adam Shapiro stopped investing in emerging markets.  11:26 - Why the U.S. is a great—but potentially perilous—place to invest.  25:31 - What he learned at Goldman Sachs about intelligent investing.  32:02 - How he identifies fund managers who are likely to outperform. 40:01 - Why he favors small funds run by young & hungry investors. 45:56 - What human qualities lead to investment success. 51:53 - How Adam built an investing edge through networking. 1:13:21 - Why Adam is wary of index funds & ETFs.   1:20:05 - How David Swensen's Yale Endowment Model can be updated. 1:21:31 - Why his #1 financial rule is “never, ever run out of liquidity.”  1:24:20 - How to reduce your risk & ensure survival in extreme conditions.  1:32:22 - Why firms like Millennium & Citadel may be riskier than they seem.  1:43:16 - How to improve your portfolio & life by subtracting excess “filler.” Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Adam Shapiro's investment firm, EastRock Capital. Harvard Business School's case study of EastRock Capital. Adam Shapiro's articles in his LinkedIn newsletter. Check out Institutional Investor's article on why early life-cycle funds outperform. Seth Stephens-Davidowitz's book, “Don't Trust Your Gut.”  David Swensen's book, “Pioneering Portfolio Management.” Roger Lowenstein's book, “When Genius Failed.” William Green's book, “Richer, Wiser, Happier” – read the reviews of this book. Follow William Green on X. Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here. Enjoy ad-free episodes when you subscribe to our Premium Feed. NEW TO THE SHOW? Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members. Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok. Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool. Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services. Stay up-to-date on financial markets and investing strategies through our daily newsletter, We Study Markets. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.  SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: River Range Rover Public Toyota American Express Fundrise Vacasa USPS AT&T Sound Advisory BAM Capital Shopify HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts! It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow, which allows us to bring on even better guests for you all! Thank you – we really appreciate it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm

In this episode of the Bold Goal Crusher Podcast, host Sara Mayer discusses the book 'Don't Trust Your Gut: Using Data to Get What You Really Want in Life' by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz. Sara highlights key takeaways from the book, including the importance of data over intuition for making significant life decisions in areas like relationships, career choices, and personal habits. She also touches on the myths around success and happiness, and how big data offers a sound approach to decision-making. Join Sara's book club at saramayer.com/joinbookclub to dive deeper into these monthly reads! 00:00 Introduction to the Bold Goal Crusher Podcast 00:34 Monthly Book Club Announcement 01:02 Book of the Month: "Don't Trust Your Gut" 01:39 Key Concepts from 'Don't Trust Your Gut' 03:35 Practical Tips for Data-Driven Decisions 04:08 Controversies and Cognitive Biases 05:07 Data on Relationships and Personal Decisions 06:10 Business, Money, and Success Insights 09:15 Happiness and Pleasure Data 10:23 Critique and Final Thoughts on the Book 11:33 Next Month's Book Preview 12:08 Conclusion and Motivation

Seth-Stephens Davidowitz wrote a book in 30 days—and he did it with ChatGPT. Seth is a data scientist, economist, and author who challenged himself to write a book—Who Makes the NBA?—in less than 1 month after realizing how fast he could work by using ChatGPT plugin Advanced Data Analysis. But along the way he discovered something else: Writing with AI wasn't just faster, it was also way more fun. Seth outsourced the boring parts of data analysis—like cleaning data, merging files, and looking up code snippets—to AI. This left him to focus on what he loves: thinking up questions to ask the dataset. In a world where AI can answer any question humans know the answer to, asking the right questions is becoming increasingly important—a skill Seth isn't just really good at, but also finds joy in. In this episode, Seth walks me through how he used AI to analyze data and write a book in 30 days. We get into: How to create and edit complex charts with AI in seconds Using ChatGPT to brainstorm creative ideas How AI is redefining who can be an artist Why ChatGPT is an excellent tool to get a quick ballpark estimate Developing a sixth sense about when ChatGPT is wrong The power of AI instantly answering hard questions that would normally take months of research We also use ChatGPT to analyze a dataset of Olympic athletes live on the show—in pursuit of finding out which sport I'm best suited for! This episode is a must-watch for anyone curious about data science and how AI is transforming the future of creativity (or who is just a fan of the NBA). If you found this episode interesting, please like, subscribe, comment, and share! Want even more? Sign up for Every to unlock our ultimate guide to prompting ChatGPT. It's usually only for paying subscribers, but you can get it here for free. To hear more from Dan Shipper: Subscribe to Every Follow him on X Links to resources mentioned in the episode: Seth Stephens-Davidowitz: https://twitter.com/SethS_D http://sethsd.com Seth's books: Who Makes the NBA? , Everybody Lies and Don't Trust Your Gut

Wharton's Cade Massey and Eric Bradlow speak with economist and author, Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, about NBA analytics, coding using AI, and his new book "Who Makes The NBA?" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seth Stephens-Davidowitz is a data scientist, economist and author. Basketball is one of the most popular sports on the planet. Seth has used advanced AI to statistically analyse everything about the players, their backgrounds, hand-span, height, first names and more to uncover some of the wildest trends in the game. Expect to learn what percentage of American men over 7 feet tall are in the NBA, why there is a huge outlier of the most common name of all NBA players, who the best height-adjusted player of all time is, just how important genetics are in basketball, whether the Draft is effective and much more... Sponsors: See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://chriswillx.com/deals Get a 20% discount & free shipping on your Lawnmower 5.0 at https://manscaped.com/modernwisdom (use code MODERNWISDOM) Get 5 Free Travel Packs, Free Liquid Vitamin D and more from AG1 at https://drinkag1.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Get an exclusive discount from Surfshark VPN at https://surfshark.deals/MODERNWISDOM (use code MODERNWISDOM) Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: https://chriswillx.com/books Try my productivity energy drink Neutonic: https://neutonic.com/modernwisdom Episodes You Might Enjoy: #577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life: http://tinyurl.com/43hv6y59 #712 - Dr Jordan Peterson - How To Destroy Your Negative Beliefs: http://tinyurl.com/2rtz7avf #700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain: http://tinyurl.com/3ccn5vkp - Get In Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the NBA, the US professional basketball league, the average player is a shade over 6ft 6 inches tall. So just how much does being very tall increase a man's chances of becoming a professional player? Tim Harford talks to data scientist Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, author of Who Makes the NBA?: Data-Driven Answers to Basketball's Biggest Questions.Presenter: Tim Harford Producer: Debbie Richford Production Co-ordinator: Katie Morrison Series Producer: Tom Colls Sound Mix: David Crackles Editor: Richard Vadon(Image: Charlotte Hornets v New York Knicks. Credit: Focus on Sport/Getty Images)

Former Google data scientist and bestselling author of Everybody Lies Seth Stephens-Davidowitz turns his analytic skills to the NBA. Shermer and Stephens-Davidowitz discuss: why some countries produce so many more NBA players than others • the greatest NBA players adjusted for height • why tall NBA players are worse athletes than short NBA players • How much do NBA coaches matter and what do they do? • In a population of 8 billion today compared to centuries past, where are all the Mozarts, Beethovens, Da Vincis, Newtons, Darwins, etc.? Seth Stephens-Davidowitz is a contributing op-ed writer for the New York Times, a lecturer at The Wharton School, and a former Google data scientist. He received a BA from Stanford and a PhD from Harvard. He is the author of Everybody Lies: Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are and Don't Trust Your Gut: Using Data to Get What You Really Want in Life.

  For the first time ever, parents going through IVF can use whole genome sequencing to screen their embryos for hundreds of conditions. Harness the power of genetics to keep your family safe, with Orchid. Check them out at orchidhealth.com. Today, Razib talks to Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, author of Who Makes the NBA?: Data-Driven Answers to Basketball's Biggest Questions and Everybody Lies: Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are. Stephens-Davidowitz, formerly of Google and The New York Times, is a freelance data scientist and author. He has a degree in philosophy from Stanford and a PhD in economics from Harvard. In this episode, he discusses his process of writing Who Makes the NBA?, which he crafted in a month using ChatGPT's code interpreter feature, and the biggest insights from his book. Razib probes Stephens-Davidowitz on the relationship between height and athletic ability, and why success in the NBA has the largest heritable component of any major league sport. They also discuss the finding that children of NBA players enjoy a non-genetic advantage in basketball, and why those who make it into the league and succeed are from higher socioeconomic strata. Stephens-Davidowitz also discusses why international basketball is popular in the former Yugoslavia and Lithuania, and how the popularity of volleyball in Iran and Brazil affects the pipeline of talent from those nations. The episode concludes with the author's detailed thoughts about what it was like to write a book assisted by AI, and the feasibility of this sort of content creation over the next decade. Razib and Stephens-Davidowitz discuss the possibility of massive productivity gains from AI over the next few years and the long-term feasibility of writing careers if AI keeps improving at the current rate. Finally, Stephens-Davidowitz lays out his plan to write his next few years' of books at a far faster clip, relying on AI assistance..

Height? Skill? Wealth? What is the most useful trait when looking to become an NBA player. Seth Stephens-Davidowitz joins Michael to discuss this question in his new book: "Who Makes the NBA?: Data-Driven Answers to Basketball's Biggest Questions." Original air date 19 January 2024. The book was published December 8 2023.

Seth Stephens-Davidowitz has unusually written an unusual book.The data analysis included in "Who Makes the NBA?: Data-Driven Answers to Basketball's Biggest Questions" normally would have taken Seth, a trained economist, multiple years of writing and running code. But because of new artificial intelligence tools, he finished the book in just thirty days. And he used AI tools not just for the coding, but also for the artwork, copy editing, and even to write the appendix.He discusses with Cardiff the lessons he learned about using AI, and what such accelerated productivity might mean for the future of the labor market. Then they discuss the actual findings in the book, an investigation into the backgrounds of the basketball players who make it to the NBA and succeed when they get there. How much of success is genetic? What accounts for the NBA's market failures—the traits of players who get paid too much and too little relative to their contributions? Why do some foreign countries have such astonishing success at sending players to the NBA? Does the choice of college really matter for future success? The answers to these questions are surprisingly revealing about the experiences of non-basketball players, and about the relationships between luck, skill, parenting, undiscovered talent, the economy, and other familiar variables. Related links: Seth's home pageWho Makes the NBA? (Amazon page) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode's topics:  Is AI cheating? What is the impact on intellectual property? Learner assessment? Heck, even job replacement? These questions are both philosophical and pragmatic. What about the value of critical thinking... and does AI take that application away? We explore ways to use AI more effectively... but recognize we cannot even fathom some of the consequences, yet. In the spirit of Christmas and Santa Claus, is it ok to ever lie to your learners? What is the value of the "white lie?" What is fiction in the context of learning? Is it a lie? How do we use or adapt case studies? We discuss the more nuanced, ethical questions related to the truth in the context of learning. Joining Matt and Clark is Karl Kapp. Karl is a professor of instructional technology and the Director of the Institute for Interactive Technologies at Bloomsburg University. He is also the founder of the Learning and Development Mentor Academy where he offers tons of self-paced workshops and live sessions for seasoned L&D professionals. He also co-founded Enterprise Game Stack, a company that designs, develops and delivers online, digital card activities and games that keep participants focused, engaged, and collaborative, while reinforcing learning both in the moment and over time. You can find Karl on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlkapp/ And on his website here: https://karlkapp.com Episode Notes: Matt refers to the book, Everybody Lies: Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz. https://www.amazon.com/Everybody-Lies-Internet-About-Really-ebook/dp/B01AFXZ2F4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=32XE7RFU8662&keywords=Everybody+lies&qid=1703693836&sprefix=everybody+lies%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-1  Karl refers to Damned Lies and Statistics by Joel Best. https://www.amazon.com/Damned-Lies-Statistics-Untangling-Politicians/dp/0520274709/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NIS0ITNOKV1A&keywords=lies%2C+damned+lies%2C+and+statistics&qid=1703693953&sprefix=Lies%2C+damned+li%2Caps%2C92&sr=8-1  Clark refers to Cognitive apprenticeship: Teaching the crafts of reading, writing, and mathematics by Allan Collins, John Seely Brown, and Susan E. Newman. https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1989-98135-013 Scott Page wrote The Model Thinker: What You Need To Know To Make Data Work For You. https://www.amazon.com/Model-Thinker-What-Need-Know-ebook/dp/B07B8D3V9V/ref=sr_1_1?crid=12ZCGDWY9C3GI&keywords=The+Model+Thinker&qid=1703694035&sprefix=the+model+thinker%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-1 And, Scott is from the University of Michigan.

Today we reunite with Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, the acclaimed author known for "Don't Trust Your Gut." Seth introduces his new book "Who Makes the NBA," a trailblazing work written in just 30 days using AI. He shares how AI tools, particularly ChatGPT's code interpreter, inspired him to blend his passion for basketball with data science, creating an innovative approach to sports analytics.Seth dives into the fascinating insights from his book, addressing questions like the key factors for NBA success, the role of genetics versus training, and the impact of coaching on players' careers. The discussion also covers intriguing topics like the hypothetical best NBA player at a uniform height and the global distribution of NBA talent.James and Seth further explore the business side, discussing strategies to monetize Seth's groundbreaking work. They brainstorm ideas for expanding the reach and impact of his AI-driven approach to sports analytics, offering insights into the potential of AI in both creative and commercial realms. This episode offers a unique blend of sports, data science, and business innovation, showcasing the transformative power of AI in modern industries.-----------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltucher.com/podcast.------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe  to “The James Altucher Show” wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsStitcheriHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on Social Media:YouTubeTwitterFacebook

Today we reunite with Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, the acclaimed author known for "Don't Trust Your Gut." Seth introduces his new book "Who Makes the NBA," a trailblazing work written in just 30 days using AI. He shares how AI tools, particularly ChatGPT's code interpreter, inspired him to blend his passion for basketball with data science, creating an innovative approach to sports analytics.Seth dives into the fascinating insights from his book, addressing questions like the key factors for NBA success, the role of genetics versus training, and the impact of coaching on players' careers. The discussion also covers intriguing topics like the hypothetical best NBA player at a uniform height and the global distribution of NBA talent.James and Seth further explore the business side, discussing strategies to monetize Seth's groundbreaking work. They brainstorm ideas for expanding the reach and impact of his AI-driven approach to sports analytics, offering insights into the potential of AI in both creative and commercial realms. This episode offers a unique blend of sports, data science, and business innovation, showcasing the transformative power of AI in modern industries.-----------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltucher.com/podcast.------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe  to "The James Altucher Show" wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsStitcheriHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on Social Media:YouTubeTwitterFacebook ------------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltuchershow.com------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe to "The James Altucher Show" wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsiHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on social media:YouTubeTwitterFacebookLinkedIn

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of AI and its impact on our lives, exploring its use in writing books, unleashing creative potential, and shaping the future of publishing. We then shift gears to explore the realm of sports, examining the book written by Seth, "Who Makes The NBA," which he wrote in 30-days with the help of Artificial Intelligence.We explore the relationship between height and success, the potential of hidden talent, and the influence of genetics. Finally, we delve into the complex debate about free will and the role of socioeconomic background in sports achievement.This is a thought-provoking exploration of AI, creativity, and the human condition in both the creative and athletic world you won't want to miss.About Seth:Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, a data scientist, economist, and New York Times bestselling author, delves into the secrets of human behavior through internet data in his books "Everybody Lies" and "Don't Trust Your Gut". A former Google data scientist, contributing op-ed writer, and visiting lecturer, he holds a BA in philosophy from Stanford and a PhD in economics from Harvard. This passionate fan of New York sports and Leonard Cohen resides in Brooklyn.As developments in the field of artificial intelligence continue apace, Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, a former Google data scientist and bestselling author, recently launched his latest book project: an AI-driven exploration of who makes it to the NBA, written in 30 days.Read Who Makes The NBA now - https://www.amazon.com/Who-Makes-NBA-Data-Driven-Basketballs-ebook/dp/B0CPW4VN28/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Highlights00:00 Introduction and Writing a book with AI.04:08 Unleashing Creative Potential with AI.11:52 The Impact of AI on Writing and Creativity.14:45 Will AI Take Away our Jobs?20:22 The Feasibility of Universal Basic Income.22:05 Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing.28:50 Sharing Creative Progress in Social Media.37:58 The Relationship Between Height and Success in Sports.44:12 The Potential of Undiscovered Talent.48:20 Nurture vs. Nature: Discovering Potential.52:55 The Genetic Influence on Basketball, Sports.56:10 The Debate on Free Will.01:00:38 Socioeconomic Background and Success in Sports.01:07:00 The Secret of Sports and Life: Incentives.-----Thank you for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a loved one.If you are listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, rate the show and write a review with your thoughts -- I do read what you write and it helps more than you think!// Links //Website: https://throughconversations.comGet The Newsletter: https://throughconversations.ck.page/0c18d1ab61// Keep In Touch //Twitter: https://twitter.com/thruconvpodcastInstagram (6,000 followers): https://www.instagram.com/thruconvpodcast/?hl=enYouTube (community of 35,000): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl67XqJVdVtBqiCWahS776g

Chapter 1 Understand the idea behind Everybody LiesEverybody Lies by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz is a book that explores the power of data in uncovering the truth about human behavior and society. The author, who is an economist and former data scientist at Google, highlights how people's online searches can reveal their true thoughts and desires, often contradicting what they say or admit in surveys or public settings.Stephens-Davidowitz argues that online data, particularly search engine queries, provide a unique and unfiltered glimpse into people's minds, allowing researchers to gain insights into various aspects of society, from race and sexuality to personal insecurities and political sentiments. The book delves into topics such as racism, sexual desires, mental health, and political polarization, using data analysis to challenge common assumptions and reveal hidden truths.Everybody Lies demonstrates how big data, when properly analyzed, can lead to a better understanding of human behavior and social dynamics. It sheds light on the biases and limitations of traditional survey-based research, emphasizing the importance of harnessing the power of online data to gain more accurate insights into society.Overall, the book explores the concept that people often lie, consciously or unconsciously, in various contexts and how data analysis can help uncover the hidden truths behind our actions and behaviors.Chapter 2 Is Everybody Lies Worth the Hype?"Everybody Lies: Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are" by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz is highly regarded and received positive reviews from readers and critics. The book explores how data collected from the internet can provide insights into human behavior and expose our secrets and true selves. It delves into topics such as online dating, race, politics, and economics. If you are interested in understanding how data from the internet can reveal hidden aspects of our society and human nature, then "Everybody Lies" may be a good book for you.Chapter 3 Overview of Everybody Lies"Everybody Lies" by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz is a book that explores the concept of big data and how it can be used to uncover hidden truths about human behavior and society. The author argues that in the age of the internet, people are more honest in their online search queries and digital footprints than they are in face-to-face interactions. By analyzing this data, Stephens-Davidowitz reveals fascinating insights into various topics such as politics, economics, sports, and sexuality.The book begins by discussing the power of Google search data and how it can provide a window into the deepest desires, fears, and prejudices of individuals. It highlights the discrepancy between what people publicly claim to believe and what their online behavior reveals, suggesting that online data offers a more accurate picture of human nature.Stephens-Davidowitz delves into various case studies throughout the book to illustrate his point. For example, he analyzes search trends during political campaigns to show how people's real concerns differ from the issues brought up by politicians. He also explores the relationship between online behavior and real-world outcomes, such as how online search data can predict certain health issues before they are officially diagnosed.The author also tackles controversial topics like racism and sexism, using big data to expose the prevalence of these attitudes despite public claims of progress. By studying online searches and social media data, Stephens-Davidowitz reveals that biases and...

How does Google search data reveal hidden human truths and behaviors? What philosophical challenges arise when interpreting big data? In what ways does data reflect societal biases and preconceived notions? What's the potential of data science in revealing patterns that might be invisible to human analysts?Seth Stephens-Davidowitz is a data scientist, New York Times bestselling author, and sought-after keynote speaker. His 2017 book, Everybody Lies, on the secrets revealed in internet data, was a New York Times bestseller; a PBS NewsHour Book of the Year; and an Economist Book of the Year. His 2022 book, Don't Trust Your Gut, on how people can use data to best achieve their life goals, was excerpted in the New York Times, the Atlantic, and Wired.  Seth has worked as a data scientist at Google; a visiting lecturer at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania; and a contributing op-ed writer for the New York Times. He received his BA in philosophy, Phi Beta Kappa, from Stanford, and his PhD in economics from Harvard.Learn more about super{set} at superset.comFind more episodes at www.theclosedsession.com

#462: Being rich, getting rich, what it means to be rich are all fascinating topics. We hear news stories, see social media posts, and read books about these topics. But what if what we are consuming is just misleading us? Seth Stephens- Davidowitz's research has shown him that what we hear, read and consume about being rich is, in fact, misleading us. He is a New York Times bestselling author, a writer for the New York Times and a data scientist. He holds a PhD in economics from Harvard University. In today's episode, we talk about how the stories around those who are rich - and how to get rich - are misleading. We talk about the truth behind those stories, the businesses that quietly make people millionaires, the kinds of people and the paths that they take to become rich, and share actionable takeaways that will help you do the same. For more information, visit the show notes at https://affordanything.com/episode462 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does your digital footprint say about what you want? Data scientist, author of best-seller "Everybody Lies," and speaker Seth Stephens-Davidowitz sits down with Wes Moss to talk about how data can reveal societal and personal trends in desires, psychology, wealth building, and more. This includes when you become a sports fan, who you seek out for romantic partners and how you present yourself to them, and what activities are ranked as the happiest to do. Seth explains how he went from just reviewing data to using it to make his life decisions, and gives examples of how listening to his own data has made a difference for him. As for what data he encourages retirees to pay attention to, listen in to learn! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael talks with data scientist and best-selling author Seth Stephens-Davidowitz about a new study on data and decision making conducted by Oracle. Original air date 27 April 2023.

Data scientist and best-selling author Seth Stephens-Davidowitz on "Everybody Lies: Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are." Original air date 10 May 2017. The book was published on 9 May 2017.

Making data-driven decisions has, seemingly, never been easier. We’ve got pulse surveys, performance analytics, reviews, anecdotes on social media — all just a click away. And yet … all these inputs aren’t really helping us make better decisions. That’s according to a new study from the software company Oracle, which surveyed workers and business leaders around the world. Marketplace’s Meghan McCarty Carino spoke with Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, a data scientist and author who partnered with Oracle for the study.

Making data-driven decisions has, seemingly, never been easier. We’ve got pulse surveys, performance analytics, reviews, anecdotes on social media — all just a click away. And yet … all these inputs aren’t really helping us make better decisions. That’s according to a new study from the software company Oracle, which surveyed workers and business leaders around the world. Marketplace’s Meghan McCarty Carino spoke with Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, a data scientist and author who partnered with Oracle for the study.

Alright, it's time to wrap up Seth Stephens-Davidowitz's five-part master class based on his book "Don't Trust Your Gut: Using Data to Get What You Really Want in Life." Today, Seth explains what the data says about finding happiness. • Our newsletter comes out today. Sign up now! • Download The Next Big Idea app

Success depends less on getting lucky and more on using your luck well. In this episode, the fourth in Seth's mini master class, he explains how to do it.

You might assume that the wealthiest 1% of Americans are neurosurgeons, corporate attorneys, and hedge fund managers. In reality, they're more likely to own car dealerships or run beverage distribution companies. Today, Seth explains why that is.

Good news for all you parents out there: the data says you can relax. But there's still one parenting decision that matters. A lot. Want to know what it is? Tune in to today's episode!

Big data. Baseball managers use it to win pennants. Stockbrokers use it to beat the market. And now you can use it to get what you really want in life. That's according to a new book by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz called Don't Trust Your Gut. When faced with difficult life decisions-like "Who should I marry?" and "How can I avoid screwing up my kids?"-we typically follow our intuition. The problem is that our intuition is often wrong. The smarter move, Seth says, is to comb through millions of data points to find statistically significant answers. But who has time for that, not to mention the technical know-how? Well, Seth does. And this week on the show, he'll share the answers he found, starting with the surprising traits you should look for when searching for your soulmate.

What does your digital footprint say about what you want? Data scientist, author of best-seller "Everybody Lies," and speaker Seth Stephens-Davidowitz sits down with Wes Moss to talk about how data can reveal societal and personal trends in desires, psychology, wealth building, and more. This includes when you become a sports fan, who you seek out for romantic partners and how you present yourself to them, and what activities are ranked as the happiest to do. Seth explains how he went from just reviewing data to using it to make his life decisions, and gives examples of how listening to his own data has made a difference for him. As for what data he encourages retirees to pay attention to, listen in to learn! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Sean Illing talks with former Google data scientist Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, author of Don't Trust Your Gut. Seth argues that the way we make decisions is wrong, outdated, and based on methods or conventional wisdom that lead us astray from getting what we want. Sean and Seth discuss the idea of using data in place of our own intuition and reason to help us through things like online dating, picking a place to live, and being a better parent. Plus, how can we trust "experience sampling" studies that rely on self-reporting, when — after all — everybody lies? Host: Sean Illing (@seanilling), Interviews Writer, Vox Guest: Seth Stephens-Davidowitz (@SethS_D), author References:  Don't Trust Your Gut: Using Data to Get What You Really Want in Life by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz (Dey Street; 2022) Everybody Lies: Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz (Dey Street; 2018) Moneyball (dir. Bennett Miller, 2011); based on the book Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game by Michael Lewis (W.W. Norton; 2004) "Capitalists in the Twenty-First Century" by Matthew Smith et al. (Quarterly Journal of Economics v. 134 (4); 2019) The Mappiness Project, created by George MacKerron and Susanna Mourato "Machine learning uncovers the most robust self-report predictors of relationship quality across 43 longitudinal couples studies" by Samantha Joel et al. (PNAS v. 117 (32); 2020) "Are You Happy While You Work?" by Alex Bryson and George MacKerron (The Economic Journal v. 127 (599); Feb. 2017) "Experienced well-being rises with income, even above $75,000 per year" by Matthew Killingsworth (PNAS v. 118 (4); 2021) "The Amount and Source of Millionaires' Wealth (Moderately) Predicts Their Happiness" by Grand Edward Donnelly et al. (Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin v. 44 (5); May 2018) “When Choice Is Demotivating: Can One Desire Too Much of a Good Thing?” by Sheena S. Iyengar and Mark R. Lepper (J. of Personality and Social Psychology, 79(6); 2000) "The Effects of Exposure to Better Neighborhoods on Children: New EvidenceFfrom the Moving to Opportunity Project" by Raj Chetty et al. (American Economic Review v. 106 (4); 2016) "Education Doesn't Work" by Freddie deBoer (Substack; Apr. 12, 2021) "Predicting political elections from rapid and unreflective face judgments" by Charles C. Ballew and Alexander Todorov (PNAS v. 104 (46); 2007) Dataclysm: Love, Sex, Race, and Identity — What Our Online Lives Tell Us About Our Offline Selves by Christian Rudder (Crown; 2015)   Enjoyed this episode? Rate Vox Conversations ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear the next episode of Vox Conversations by subscribing in your favorite podcast app. Support Vox Conversations by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts This episode was made by:  Producer: Erikk Geannikis Editor: Amy Drozdowska Engineer: Patrick Boyd Deputy Editorial Director, Vox Talk: Amber Hall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“You can make better life decisions. Big Data can help you.” So begins “Don't Trust Your Gut,” a new book by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz. Seth, a former Google data scientist, has mined massive data sets in order to answer some of life's most vexing questions: “What predicts a happy marriage?” and “How do you get rich?” and “What really makes us happy?” The answers may surprise you. Download the Next Big Idea app today at nextbigideaclub.com/app/

Most people rely on their gut instinct to decide how to date, who to marry, where to live, what career path to take, how to find happiness, but what if our gut is wrong? Biased, unpredictable, and misinformed, our gut, it turns out, is not all that reliable. Data from hundreds of thousands of dating profiles have revealed surprising successful strategies to get a date; data from hundreds of millions of tax records have uncovered the best places to raise children; data from millions of career trajectories have found previously unknown reasons why some rise to the top. Hard facts and figures consistently contradict our instincts and demonstrate self-help that actually works — whether it involves the best time in life to start a business or how happy it actually makes us to skip a friend's birthday party for a night of Netflix on the couch. From the boring careers that produce the most wealth, to the old-school, data-backed relationship advice so well-worn it's become a literal joke, Stephens-Davidowitz unearths the startling conclusions that the right data can teach us about who we are and what will make our lives better. Seth Stephens-Davidowitz is a contributing op-ed writer for the New York Times, a lecturer at The Wharton School, and a former Google data scientist. He received a BA from Stanford and a PhD from Harvard. His research has appeared in the Journal of Public Economics and other prestigious publications. His previous book, Everybody Lies, was a New York Times bestseller and an Economist Book of the Year. He lives in Brooklyn and is a passionate fan of the Mets, Knicks, Jets, and Leonard Cohen.

Most people rely on their gut instinct to decide how to date, who to marry, where to live, what career path to take, how to find happiness, but what if our gut is wrong? Biased, unpredictable, and misinformed, our gut, it turns out, is not all that reliable. Data from hundreds of thousands of dating profiles have revealed surprising successful strategies to get a date; data from hundreds of millions of tax records have uncovered the best places to raise children; data from millions of career trajectories have found previously unknown reasons why some rise to the top. Hard facts and figures consistently contradict our instincts and demonstrate self-help that actually works — whether it involves the best time in life to start a business or how happy it actually makes us to skip a friend's birthday party for a night of Netflix on the couch. From the boring careers that produce the most wealth, to the old-school, data-backed relationship advice so well-worn it's become a literal joke, Stephens-Davidowitz unearths the startling conclusions that the right data can teach us about who we are and what will make our lives better. Seth Stephens-Davidowitz is a contributing op-ed writer for the New York Times, a lecturer at The Wharton School, and a former Google data scientist. He received a BA from Stanford and a PhD from Harvard. His research has appeared in the Journal of Public Economics and other prestigious publications. His previous book, Everybody Lies, was a New York Times bestseller and an Economist Book of the Year. He lives in Brooklyn and is a passionate fan of the Mets, Knicks, Jets, and Leonard Cohen.

Do you know that the typical rich American is the owner of a regional business? And also, there's a study that has found that you can massively increase your odds (of being rich) by hustling?Once again, Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, American data scientist, economist, and author, joined us to talk about his new book, Don't Trust Your Gut: Using Data to Get What You Really Want in Life. We also talked about what's the best industry to get into that could make you a millionaire, and also, is "sex business" really definite if you should enter the industry or business?Listen to the episode, and I hope you find the next venture that could make you a millionaire!Visit Notepd.com to read more idea lists, or sign up and create your own idea list!My new book Skip The Line is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever you get your new book!Join You Should Run For President 2.0 Facebook Group, and we discuss why should run for president.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltucher.com/podcast.Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “The James Altucher Show” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:Apple PodcastsStitcheriHeart RadioSpotify Follow me on Social Media:YouTubeTwitterFacebook

Do you know that the typical rich American is the owner of a regional business? And also, there's a study that has found that you can massively increase your odds (of being rich) by hustling?Once again, Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, American data scientist, economist, and author, joined us to talk about his new book, Don't Trust Your Gut: Using Data to Get What You Really Want in Life. We also talked about what's the best industry to get into that could make you a millionaire, and also, is "sex business" really definite if you should enter the industry or business?Listen to the episode, and I hope you find the next venture that could make you a millionaire!Visit Notepd.com to read more idea lists, or sign up and create your own idea list!My new book Skip The Line is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever you get your new book!Join You Should Run For President 2.0 Facebook Group, and we discuss why should run for president.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltucher.com/podcast.Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "The James Altucher Show" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:Apple PodcastsStitcheriHeart RadioSpotify Follow me on Social Media:YouTubeTwitterFacebook ------------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltuchershow.com------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe to "The James Altucher Show" wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsiHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on social media:YouTubeTwitterFacebookLinkedIn

As America grapples the mass shooting in Buffalo which left 10 dead Mike asks "Who gets to be a martyr, and who is just plain old victim?" White Supremacy fueled this gunman but high velocity rifle rounds enabled the carnage. Plus, Seth Stephens- Davidowitz author of "Don't Trust Your Gut: Using Data to Get What You Really Want in Life" is here to talk about an approach to life that's empirically better. Produced by Joel Patterson and Corey Wara Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com To advertise on the show, visit: https://advertisecast.com/TheGist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seth Stephens-Davidowitz combs through mountains of information to find advice for everyday life. 

What is happiness? Are you happy in your relationship? Have you actually found the One? Did you meet your significant one in the online dating app? Or are you still single, and can't find anyone?In this episode, Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, American data scientist, economist, and author, joined us, to give Jay Yow The Engineer and Producer of The James Altucher Show, advice on how to find the "one" using data!Seth also talk about how to use data to gauge your happiness in the relationship, and he also debunked a list of Dating Myth using data as well. He also talks about how to make your romantic life better using the data that he found!Listen to the episode, and if you like this episode, Part 2 with Seth, How to Make More Money Using Data About Millionaires will be released next Tuesday! So stay tuned!Visit Notepd.com to read more idea lists, or sign up and create your own idea list!My new book Skip The Line is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever you get your new book!Join You Should Run For President 2.0 Facebook Group, and we discuss why should run for president.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltucher.com/podcast.Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to “The James Altucher Show” and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:Apple PodcastsStitcheriHeart RadioSpotify Follow me on Social Media:YouTubeTwitterFacebook

What is happiness? Are you happy in your relationship? Have you actually found the One? Did you meet your significant one in the online dating app? Or are you still single, and can't find anyone?In this episode, Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, American data scientist, economist, and author, joined us, to give Jay Yow The Engineer and Producer of The James Altucher Show, advice on how to find the "one" using data!Seth also talk about how to use data to gauge your happiness in the relationship, and he also debunked a list of Dating Myth using data as well. He also talks about how to make your romantic life better using the data that he found!Listen to the episode, and if you like this episode, Part 2 with Seth, How to Make More Money Using Data About Millionaires will be released next Tuesday! So stay tuned!Visit Notepd.com to read more idea lists, or sign up and create your own idea list!My new book Skip The Line is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever you get your new book!Join You Should Run For President 2.0 Facebook Group, and we discuss why should run for president.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltucher.com/podcast.Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "The James Altucher Show" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:Apple PodcastsStitcheriHeart RadioSpotify Follow me on Social Media:YouTubeTwitterFacebook ------------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltuchershow.com------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe to "The James Altucher Show" wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsiHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on social media:YouTubeTwitterFacebookLinkedIn

Shoes can be dangerous - especially if they have big heels. This episode begins by looking at the long history of trouble caused by high heels and other interesting facts about women's shoes. https://reut.rs/3rXNqoR & https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/05/150521120924.htm Think about all the choices you have made based solely on your gut. Most likely that list includes things like; what career path to take, who to marry, how best to be happy and other life-changing choices. Yet, for all those choices there is data that can help. Joining me to explain is economist, and former Google data scientist, Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, author of the book Don't Trust Your Gut: Using Data to Get What You Really Want in Life (https://amzn.to/3kiHySZ). Do you know the definition of a rain shower? Do you know what causes dew and frost? How can clouds forecast the next day's weather? These are some of the questions explored by Tristan Gooley author of The Secret World of Weather (https://amzn.to/3MFQBcv). After you hear him, you will look at weather and nature in a different way.  Some people can't stop working. They work on weekends, holidays and even while on vacation. While that may sound virtuous, there is a real downside. Listen as I explain what you really should be doing during your time off from work and the dangers of working too much. https://academic.oup.com/aje/article/169/5/596/143020 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Go to https://Indeed.com/Something to claim your sponsored job $75 credit to upgrade your job post! Offer good for a limited time. With Avast One, https://avast.com you can confidently take control of your online world without worrying about viruses, phishing attacks, ransomware, hacking attempts, & other cybercrimes! With prices soaring at the pump, Discover has your back with cash back! Use the Discover Card & earn 5% cash back at Gas Stations and Target, now through June, when you activate. Get up to $75 cash back this quarter with Discover it® card. Learn more at https://discover.com/rewards Small Businesses are ready to thrive again and looking for resources to rise to the challenge. That's why Dell Technologies has assembled an all-star lineup of podcasters (and we're one of them!) for the third year in a row to create a virtual conference to share advice and inspiration for Small Businesses. Search Dell Technologies Small Business Podference on Audacy.com, Spotify or Apple podcasts starting May 10th! Today is made for Thrill! Style, Power, Discovery, Adventure, however you do thrill, Nissan has a vehicle to make it happen at https://nissanusa.com Use SheetzGo on the Sheetz app! Just open the app, scan your snacks, tap your payment method and go!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you know one of the most google searches in India is a man trying to get his wife to breastfeed him!? I was surprised too!Have you ever wondered what are the most searches on Google? What are the most ridiculous searches on Google? And Google probably has more data on you than any agencies out there!In this episode, I have Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, American data scientist, economist, and author, to talk about his book, Everybody Lies: Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are.We also breakdown what were the most google searches, how do people use the "secret" data to improve their business and/or their life!My new book Skip The Line is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever you get your new book!Join You Should Run For President 2.0 Facebook Group, and we discuss why should run for president.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltucher.com/podcast.Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to "The James Altucher Show" and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts:Apple PodcastsStitcheriHeart RadioSpotify Follow me on Social Media:YouTubeTwitterFacebook ------------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltuchershow.com------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe to "The James Altucher Show" wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsiHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on social media:YouTubeTwitterFacebookLinkedIn