A Beautiful Equilibrium

Pod Paper Scissors by Ben Klemens

Aug 22, 202021:58Science & Medicine

In this episode, we discuss the concept of a Nash Equilibrium by inventing dating apps that cater to people with different relationship goals. Is there room in the world for "Stars and Swipes," "L-aid," and "Sound of Set...

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