This podcast episode explores the groundbreaking research and collaboration of Israeli psychologists Amos Tversky and Danny Kahneman, as detailed in Michael Lewis's book "The Undoing Project". The episode delves into their work in behavioral economics, challenging traditional views of human rationality and introducing concepts like heuristics and the availability heuristic. Michael Lewis also discusses his writing process and the origins of his book, emphasizing the importance of gathering and organizing material. The episode highlights the contrasting personalities and perspectives of Tversky and Kahneman, their unlikely partnership, and the profound impact their research has had on various fields.
