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Episode 3: Stereotype Threat

Oct 06, 201522 min
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Summary

Poker champion Annie Duke shares her experiences as one of the only women in professional poker, facing constant sexism and disrespect. She explains the concepts of "stereotype threat," where fear of confirming negative stereotypes hinders performance, and "stereotype task," where she strategically used opponent biases against them. The episode recounts her journey navigating this environment, including the high-pressure 2004 Tournament of Champions where she ultimately used these psychological insights to achieve a historic victory.

Episode description

Annie Duke was often the only woman at the poker table, which influenced the way people saw her, and the way she saw herself. Feeling like an outsider can come at a cost, but also can be an advantage.


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