Bettor Thinking

Your Brain vs Your Bankroll | Dr. Renee Miller Ep 008


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In this eye-opening episode of Bettor Thinking, we dive deep into the neuroscience of betting with Dr. Renee Miller, a uniquely qualified expert who bridges the gap between academia and sports betting. As both a neuroscience professor and fantasy sports analyst, Dr. Miller offers unprecedented insights into why we make the betting decisions we do – and often sabotage ourselves in the process.

🏈 EXCLUSIVE ANNOUNCEMENT: Dr. Miller reveals her new platform Franchise League Football (franchiseleaguefootball.com), launching around NFL Draft 2024! This innovative fantasy platform features:

  • Contract-based keeper leagues
  • Salary cap management
  • College player reservation system
  • Injury substitution mechanics
  • Public and private league options
  • Key Discussion Points:

    • Why the anticipation of winning affects our brain more than actual wins
    • How the "endowment effect" makes us overvalue our fantasy draft picks
    • The science behind our tendency to keep "dead to me" lists of players
    • Why most bettors struggle with proper bankroll management
    • Expert tips for making more rational betting decisions
    • 🎯 Use code THINKING35 for exclusive access to our Sharp App community

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      • Timestamps:

        00:00 - Introduction
        02:07 - Dr. Miller's unique background
        15:30 - The psychology of betting decisions
        31:45 - Fantasy sports strategy insights
        46:20 - Franchise League Football announcement
        55:40 - Closing thoughts

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        Bettor ThinkingBy John Alesia