Join us for some unplugged videogames! A podcast where we play TTRPG systems we believe are underserved in actual play content. We play campaigns as well as one shot adventures in a range of systems and settings in an effort to broaden our gaming horizons and maybe yours too. Starting in 2007 with Call of Cthulhu 6th edition, we've been playing TTRPGs and board games together for almost 20 years.
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Can we learn to make smarter choices? Listen in as host Katy Milkman--behavioral scientist, Wharton professor, and author of How to Change--shares stories of high-stakes decisions and what research reveals they can teach us. Choiceology, an original podcast from Charles Schwab, explores the lessons of behavioral economics to help you improve your judgment and change for good. Season 1 of Choiceology was hosted by Dan Heath, bestselling author of Made to Stick and Switch. Podcasts are for inf ...
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We navigate the natural defenses of the resort to find the best DJ in the Wasteland. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) DJ Vault 16 (Ty) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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The high ground saves us again as we venture towards Vault 16. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Teamwork That Works: What Great Teams Have in Common
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42:53What makes an effective team? Talent? Skill? Discipline? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we're looking at some of the more surprising ingredients of successful teams, according to science. Teams where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. You'll hear the story of the Kon-Tiki expedition—a harrowing journey across the Pac…
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We get to the high ground and make a friend. Randy gets reminded of his new accessories a lot. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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We play Electric Bastionland. In the only city that matters, a few down on their luck adventures try to save the Worm Queen. https://bastionlandpress.com/products/electric-bastionland-hardback-book https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle StudioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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We've all been there. Maybe you fumbled a line in a presentation. Or tripped on a shoelace. Or suffered a bad hair day. It can feel like the whole world is watching you—and judging you—in those embarrassing moments. But are people paying as much attention to you as you think? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we explore why we tend …
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We play Electric Bastionland. In the only city that matters, a few down on their luck adventures try to save the Worm Queen. https://bastionlandpress.com/products/electric-bastionland-hardback-book https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle StudioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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S1 E16: Sarsaparilla Springs [Fallout RPG]
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54:19Venturing into Sarsaparilla Springs, we take some time to rest, recover and loot. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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How a Single Source of Information Can Seem Like Several
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28:36You've probably been in situations where multiple friends recommend the same product. It must be great, if everyone is talking about it, right? But then you find out that those friends had all just seen the same product on a popular TV show. What seemed like independent recommendations really came from a single source. In this episode of Choiceolog…
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S1 E15: Who do we work for? [Fallout RPG]
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57:51We take on the radioactive Death Claw, and make an attempt to learn more about our new employer. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Real life gets in the way so we have a few drinks and talk about the games we've played so far.By Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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It's a new season of Choiceology, an original podcast from Charles Schwab. New episodes arrive every two weeks, so please follow us in your favorite podcasting app. Important Disclosures The comments, views, and opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of Charles Schwab. Data contained h…
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Venturing down the tunnel we discover something terrible, even for us. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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We "successfully" deliver the package to the cannery, but there's no pleasing some people. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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We get our bearing underground as we continue to flee the Legionaries. But quickly find there are worse things in the cave. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Back to Fallout after a break. We continue with our escape from the Cannery after their attempt to take us prisoner. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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S1 B6: Magical Kitties Save the Day Part 2
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47:19We continue as cats. Magical Kitties Save The Day. A game by Atlas Games where you take on the role of a Magic Cat who, may or may not, save the day. https://www.atlas-games.com/product_tables/AG3110 https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle StudioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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S1 B5: Magical Kitties Save the Day Part 1
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54:44Extra bonus episodes due to a scheduling issue. Enjoy some Magical Kitties Save The Day. A game by Atlas Games where you take on the role of a Magic Cat who, may or may not, save the day. https://www.atlas-games.com/product_tables/AG3110 https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle Studio…
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Part 2 of Troika! Our adventurers meet all kinds of folks as they try to get to their room at The Blancmange & Thistle. https://www.troikarpg.com/ https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle StudioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Today we're playing Troika! Check out this fun RPG as our adventurers try to get to their room at The Blancmange & Thistle. https://www.troikarpg.com/ https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Little Bits of Happiness: With Guests Sally Millington & Ellen Evers
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28:27Were you the kind of kid who devoured all your Halloween candy in one sitting—or savored it daily until, somehow, it was Easter? And when it comes to bad news, do you prefer it all at once or with some time in between? Turns out, the way we bundle or separate life's highs and lows can influence our happiness. In this episode of Choiceology with Kat…
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We made it to the cannery, but we may have forgotten a few key facts about our cargo. Turns out we might die. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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S1 E9: Rebuilding the Caravan [Fallout RPG]
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54:34Taking some time to sift through the remnants of the previous caravan, we collect some loot and bury the dead. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Cents & Sensibility: With Guests Melina Palmer & Devin Pope
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32:49Would you pay more for a car with 29,999 miles than one with 30,000? The answer should be no—it's a negligible difference, after all—but research shows that people often do pay more than they should for cars that are just short of certain odometer thresholds. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at why a price or an age or a te…
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S1 E8: Uncovering the Wreckage [Fallout RPG]
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59:33We find out whats in the box. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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After eliminating most the threats, We explore the bowels of the the Super Duper Mart. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Hooked on Streaks: With Guests Chloë Hamilton & Jackie Silverman
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31:27Streaks have long been logged in the world of sports. And for tracking habits, like daily writing. But now apps encourage us to keep streaks going for just about anything. Messaging friends, learning new languages, meditating, exercising, you name it. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we explore the motivational power of streaks. An…
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Part 2 of F.I.S.T. by Claymore Roleplaying Games. Our group of super natural mercenaries take on a Cold War Russian research facility full of alien hybrids and hostile military forces. We also give a quick review after we wrap up. F.I.S.T. is available on Itch.io and Exalted Funeral. https://www.exaltedfuneral.com/products/fist-ultra-edition https:…
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Our first diversion from our main campaign. We try out F.I.S.T. by Claymore Roleplaying Games. A group of super natural mercenaries take on a Cold War Russian research facility. Something went wrong, and its up to them to recover any evidence they can. F.I.S.T. is available on Itch.io and Exalted Funeral. https://www.exaltedfuneral.com/products/fis…
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Obstacle Illusions: With Guests Daniella McCahey & Tom Gilovich
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30:41First-born children tend to believe that their parents were harder on them than their siblings are willing to grant. Football fans take disproportionate note of the challenging games on their team's schedules. We're wired to interpret our challenges as bigger than our advantages, even if the reality is more balanced. In this episode of Choiceology …
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S1 E6: Super Duper Part Twoper [Fallout RPG]
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56:13We continue to uncover all the mysteries the Super Duper mart has to offer. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Time to explore the mostly abandoned Super Duper Mart. What could possibly go wrong? Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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The Reality Trap: With Guests Ken Adelman & Julia Minson
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38:22Is it ever possible to see the world objectively, as it is? Turn on the news, open social media, engage with that family member at Thanksgiving, and it appears to some the answer is yes. But what if our biggest blind spot is thinking we don't have a blind spot? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how we can easily be fooled…
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S1 E4: Hopes and Gyroscopes [Fallout RPG]
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59:02We continue our Fallout RPG campaign. Heading North, we discover some of the dangers in the wasteland first hand. www.acousticvideogames.com Creators & Guests Ty Engle - Producer Jacob Coffman - Host Chris Quinn - Guest Jon - Guest Jason Draper - HostBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Leaving the relative safety of RamRod we begin our journey North to the cannery. Fully equipped and under prepared, we spend our first night in the Sonoran wasteland. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studio Creators & Guests T…
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A Numbers Game: With Guests Linda Chang & Stephen M. Colbert
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29:37Workplaces often rely on numerical ratings for performance reviews. Election debates focus on poll numbers and approval ratings. Your watch counts your steps in a day. Numbers increasingly influence our decisions. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at our very human tendency to fixate on digits even when words or graphs repre…
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S1 E2: The Kings Quest [Fallout RPG]
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1:18:38We get our quest form The King himself! We continue our Fallout RPG campaign by gathering supplies and grave robbing. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle Studio Creators & Guests Ty Engle - Producer Jason Draper - Host Jacob Coff…
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S1 E1: The Kings Table [Fallout RPG]
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1:02:16*Update* - We're renaming this episode 1 since it has the first part of the adventure. We call it episode 0 in the podcast but we'll get it right eventually. Sorry for the confusion. Our first episode! We introduce the podcast, ourselves, and our characters in episode 0 of season 1. We're playing Modiphius' Fallout Role Playing Game. Come join us f…
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A Hero's Journey: With Guests Ethan Gilsdorf, David Fajgenbaum & Kurt Gray
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39:52Luke Skywalker, Frodo Baggins, Katniss Everdeen, the main characters of many great stories, they all have one thing in common: the shape of their journey. From answering the call to adventure, to undergoing tests of character and strengths, to triumphantly returning home forever changed. It's a classic narrative structure that's inspired countless …
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Rebel With a Cause: With Guests Francis Kelly & Christopher Bryan
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35:34Most parents encounter resistance from their children. Perhaps when the kids are young and turning their noses up at vegetables, or when they're teenagers and balking at curfews or dress codes. So what's the best way to encourage good choices in the face of a rebellious kid? Or a rebellious adult, for that matter? In this episode of Choiceology wit…
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On a High Note: With Guests Maurice Schweitzer & Matthew Polly
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38:03Do you recall the best concert you ever went to? Best trip? Best meal? Chances are good that a few memories come to mind—maybe not every detail of the event, but perhaps a couple great moments. It can go the opposite way, too. Worst travel experience. Worst date. Our memory works in snapshots of particular parts of our experience. In this episode o…
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The Truth Is Out There: With Guests Tania Lombrozo & Toby Ball
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31:42Your car breaks down. Must be because you skipped an oil change last month. Or your favorite team loses. Well, that was because of a bad call by a corrupt referee. In reality, many events involve multiple contributing factors. But we tend to gravitate toward single causes. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at our desire to e…
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To Know What You Know: With Guests David Dunning & Andrew Flack
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27:58In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at the often-misunderstood and surprisingly common Dunning-Kruger effect with an interview featuring one of the researchers who first identified it, David Dunning. But we start with the story of Cecilia Jimenez, the humble Spanish grandmother and amateur landscape painter who took it upon he…
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The Buddy System: With Guests Max Maeder & Rachel Gershon
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29:41Pursuing a goal alone is convenient. Whether you're training for a marathon or aiming to read 20 books this year, it's convenient to move at your own pace and schedule. But having a gym buddy or a book club pal can make a bigger difference to your goal completion than you think. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at the benef…
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To Fight Another Day: With Guests Alex Imas & Mary Stockwell
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35:55When you're facing loss—say, in a board game or during a sporting event or with a declining stock—it can be difficult to remember your true tolerance for risk. You're likely to seek risk more than you normally would. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at a tendency to seek risk in the face of losses when those losses aren't y…
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Choiceology's Guide to Better Decisions: With Guests James Korris, Carey Morewedge & Jack Soll
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31:28Over the years, Choiceology has offered a lot of advice for making better decisions. In this special episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we bring you the story of a video game that is surprisingly effective at reducing decision errors, and you'll hear about a practical checklist for improving choices in many different contexts. Solving fictit…
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The Charmer's Playbook: With Guests Wilfred Webster & Daniel Read
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34:20"Don't judge a book by its cover" is an old adage for a good reason. Elegant book cover designs can create a positive impression and make you more likely to judge the writing quality more positively. But these traits—cover art and writing—are separate and distinct features of books. So why do we allow the judgment of one trait to spill over to anot…
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Recipe for Success: With Guests Simon Rogan & Michele Gelfand
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34:12Are rules made to be followed—or meant to be broken? Often, the answer will depend on culture and the context in which people make decisions. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how carefully people in different contexts follow social norms, rules, and procedures. We'll also see how strict and relaxed cultures affect the qu…
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Take the Deal! With Guests Daniel Kahneman, Colin Camerer & Luis Green (Rebroadcast)
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44:32In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how framing a decision based on what you stand to lose versus what you stand to gain affects your tolerance of risk. Luis Green was a contestant on the popular TV game show Deal or No Deal. The game is largely one of chance, but there are moments during play where the contestant has an op…
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