Pigeon Gambling Insights
Michael discusses a fascinating study where pigeons are trained to become gamblers, choosing a less rewarding game despite knowing the odds. This behavior highlights the concept of optimal foraging theory, revealing how biological drives can lead us to make irrational choices. The conversation delves into the implications of these findings, particularly regarding how our instincts can be exploited by modern systems designed to extract our resources.In this clip
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The Mark Groves Podcast
#343: From Scarcity to Intentionality with Michael Easter
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Is it true that it's not possible to play highly addictive games, such as those with Skinner reward systems and challenging gameplay designed to create dependency, in moderation? This question is about episode #343: From Scarcity to Intentionality with Michael Easter and the clip Pigeon Gambling Insights.
Is it true that it's not possible to play highly addictive games, such as those with Skinner reward systems and challenging gameplay designed to create dependency, in moderation? This question is about the episode #343: From Scarcity to Intentionality with Michael Easter and the clip Pigeon Gambling Insights.
Is it true that it's not possible to play highly addictive games, such as those with Skinner reward systems and challenging gameplay designed to create dependency, in moderation, as discussed in episode #343: From Scarcity to Intentionality with Michael Easter and the clip Pigeon Gambling Insights?