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EPISODE · Aug 22, 2022 · 13 MIN

Skin in the Game | Nassim Nicholas Taleb

from Books for Men · host Douglas Vigliotti

In this episode of the Books for Men podcast, host Douglas Vigliotti discusses the book Skin in the Game by Nassim Nicholas Taleb. He explains that the book falls into the genre of big idea books and discusses the two types of big idea books: those grounded in research and data, and those grounded in case studies and anecdotes. Vigliotti argues that a balance of both is important for a book to be entertaining and practical, then praises Taleb for his fearlessness in sharing his opinions and perspectives, describing Skin in the Game as a book that explores the concept that having a personal investment in a situation leads to a different perspective and behavior. Vigliotti also mentions other books in Taleb's "Incerto" series but recommends starting with Skin in the Game for its practical value. The episode concludes with a call to support the podcast and spread the initiative of inspiring more men to read.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider showing your support for the podcast. Any of the three things below will help to provide awareness for the initiative—inspiring (more) men to read and bringing together men who do. (Ladies, of course, you're always welcome!)Share with a friend or on social mediaSubscribe or follow on your favorite podcast platformLeave a rating or reviewVisit BooksforMen.org to sign up for the Books for Men newsletter, a monthly round-up of all the books and authors featured on the podcast that month.

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This episode of Books for Men features Skin in the Game: Hidden Asymmetries in Daily Life by Nassim Nicholas Taleb. A big idea slash philosophy book on the necessity of maintaining adequate risk (in life) and the problems associated with a lack thereof. Listen for more!

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