Podcast "Game Changer - the game theory podcast"

In Game Changer, the podcast by TWS Partners, we want to share our enthusiasm and passion for game theory and its applications. We invite guests from business and academia to discuss how they use the power of game theory in their profession to make a difference – and to learn some fun anecdotes, useful facts and valuable insights along the way. Join us on this journey, and find out that game theory is much more than a topic for ivory tower discussions.

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The Truth About Misinformation: Myths, Reality, and Rational Beliefs | with Daniel Williams

In this we are speaking with philosopher Daniel Williams about misinformation—what it is, how it spreads, and whether it is truly on the rise in the form of “fake news”. We also explore why people cling to irrational beliefs and how...

Erschienen: 10.02.2025
Dauer: 31:02

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Mastering High-Stakes Deals: The Power of Game Theory | with Matthias Schranner & Sebastian Moritz

In our 100th episode, we bring together Matthias Schranner of the Schranner Negotiation Institute and Sebastian Moritz from TWS Partners to celebrate the power of Game Theory in high stakes negotiations. We explore real-world negotiation cases,...

Erschienen: 27.01.2025
Dauer: 33:38

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Can Game Theory help solve international conflicts? – Commitment and Negotiations | with Topi Miettinen

In this episode, Topi Miettinen shares his view and research on insights from Game Theory on international conflicts. We start discussing different examples of conflicts, e.g.  complex negotiations within the EU and even war. Based on the...

Erschienen: 13.01.2025
Dauer: 24:21

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How did morality evolve? - Game Theory, Evolution and Philosophy | with J. McKenzie Alexander

In this episode, we discuss with our guest J. McKenzie Alexander evolutionary game theory and its applications. We start discussing different models from evolutionary game theory starting with the local interaction model and then moving to the...

Erschienen: 30.12.2024
Dauer: 37:14

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Why We Don’t Get the Politicians We Want: On Corruption, Polarization, and Voter Bias | with Raymond Fisman

In this episode, our guest Raymond Fisman explains to us the persistent challenge of corruption and the surprising ways in which political polarization and so called “wedge issues” help to sustain it. He shares his insights into why...

Erschienen: 16.12.2024
Dauer: 36:03

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The Nobel Prize in Economics 2024: How Institutions Shape Development | with Navid Sabet

In this episode, we explore the contributions of this year’s Nobel Prize laureates in Economics – Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson – and their work on the role of institutions in shaping economic prosperity. Our guest, Navid...

Erschienen: 02.12.2024
Dauer: 24:33

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The game theory behind resolving online disputes | with Selçuk Özyurt

In this episode, we dive into the world of online mediation mechanisms and how they can resolve disputes in digital marketplaces. As online transactions become more global and complex, the need for efficient, strategy-proof systems to mediate...

Erschienen: 18.11.2024
Dauer: 26:58

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Playing by the rules – a game theoretic view on social norms | with Cristina Bicchieri

In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of social norms and how they influence behavior through the lens of game theory. What exactly are social norms, and why do they matter? Cristina Bicchieri explains how these unwritten rules shape our...

Erschienen: 04.11.2024
Dauer: 33:06

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Breaking down Brexit – a game theoretic perspective | with Stefaan De Rynck

In this episode, we delve into the high-stakes negotiations between the EU and the UK during Brexit, exploring the strategies and tactics from a game-theoretic perspective. Stefaan De Rynck provides an insider's view of the process, discussing key...

Erschienen: 21.10.2024
Dauer: 33:58

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Are you among the top performing managers? – Overconfidence and its causes | with Collin Raymond

In this episode, we discuss overconfidence and its underlying psychological mechanisms. Our guest Collin Raymond shares his research (joint work with David Huffman and Julia Shvets) based on a field study he conducted with managers in the context of...

Erschienen: 15.07.2024
Dauer: 31:40

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