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Poker Theory And Automotive Diagnostics With Rich Falco [E160]

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Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

Matt Fanslow welcomes mobile diagnostic technician Rich Falco to explore the intriguing parallels between poker strategies and automotive diagnostics.

Show Notes

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  • Discussion on Poker (00:01:02)
  • Evolution of Poker Strategies (00:02:22)
  • Game Theory and Diagnostics (00:04:35)
  • Common Misunderstandings (00:12:07)
  • Real-World Diagnostic Scenarios (00:13:26)
  • Electric Vehicle Training (00:15:46)
  • Power Window Diagnosis (00:16:44)
  • Poker Predictions (00:18:05)
  • Understanding Poker Players (00:19:01)
  • Reading Opponents (00:20:14)
  • Experience in Diagnostics (00:22:03)
  • The Importance of Training (00:23:22)
  • Shop Culture Changes (00:26:09)
  • Technology in Poker (00:30:21)
  • AI and Diagnostics (00:31:08)
  • Access to Training Resources (00:32:07)
  • Young Technicians' Knowledge (00:33:05)
  • Poker vs. Automotive Diagnostics (00:33:24)

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech

NAPA Autotech’s team of ASE Master Certified Instructors are conducting over 1,200 classes covering 28 automotive topics. To see a selection, go to napaautotech.com for more details.

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