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In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Dr. Michael Orkin, author of The Story of Chance: What’s Luck Got To Do With It? to explain the difference between skill and luck, what to play and avoid at the casino, what sports betting advice is worth paying for, and whether synchronicity exists or not. A distinguished professor, consultant, researcher and author with a wealth of experience that offers unique insights into the concepts of chance and luck, Dr. Michael Orkin holds a BA in Mathematics and a PhD in Statistics from the University of California, Berkeley. Throughout his career, Dr. Orkin has made significant contributions to the field of statistics, particularly in the gaming industry, where he frequently serves as a consultant. His extensive research has been published in numerous academic papers, and he has delivered invited talks on these topics, including a notable presentation at Google Tech Talks. Dr. Orkin is a Professor Emeritus of Statistics at California State University, East Bay, and he currently serves on the mathematics faculty at Berkeley City College. His expertise and experience make him a leading authority on the statistical principles underlying games, chance and the role of luck in various aspects of life. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here!

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MICHAEL ORKIN, PhD:

BIO:
- https://cmtassociation.org/presenter/michael-orkin/
BOOKS:
- The Story of Chance: What’s Luck Got To Do With It?, by Michael Orkin, PhD (available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble)
- Probability and Statistics Made Interesting, by Michael Orkin, PhD
- What Are The Odds ? Chance In Everyday Life, by Michael Orkin, PhD
MORE:
- Google Tech Talks presentation by Dr. Michael Orkin : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uupDrR0IqMA

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