Season 2, Episode 6 | June 4, 2025

Game Theory Decoded - Part 2

In the second part of a special two-part episode on Game Theory, CMU’s Kevin Zollman discusses how the principles of Game Theory can be used for the betterment of humanity — including improving social interactions, addressing complex global challenges like hunger and improving personal relationships. He emphasizes the importance of changing the game to create positive outcomes and explores the future of Game Theory in relation to AI, technology and social dynamics.

Kevin Zollman is the Herbert A. Simon Professor of Philosophy and Director of the Institute for Complex Social Dynamics at Carnegie Mellon University.

Resources

• Learn more about CMU’s Institute for Complex Social Dynamics(opens in new window)
• Watch an intro video for the institute(opens in new window)
• See Kevin Zollman and Paul Raeburn’s book, “The Game Theorist’s Guide to Parenting(opens in new window)”