Episode
The Infinite Game with Dr. James Carse
30:22
Published: Tue Dec 29 2020
Description
Many people have theories, but what philosopher, Dr. James Carse, figured out is more profound. He articulated a basic truth about how the world actually works. His work has had a profound impact on me and my work. So much so, I wrote a book to pick up where he left off. Sadly, Dr. Carse died in September 2020. Fortunately I had a chance to sit down with him a few months before, to chat with him about belief, fulfillment and the Infinite Game. This is… A Bit of Optimism.YouTube: http://youtube.com/simonsinekFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/simonsinekLinkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/simonsinek/Instagram: https://instagram.com/simonsinek/Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonsinekPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/officialsimonsinek/
Chapters
The difference between finite and infinite games is that infinite games have no finish line and allow new players to join at any time, while finite games are defined by known players, fixed rules and a clear objective to perpetuate the game.
00:00 - 01:52 (01:52)
Summary
The difference between finite and infinite games is that infinite games have no finish line and allow new players to join at any time, while finite games are defined by known players, fixed rules and a clear objective to perpetuate the game.
EpisodeThe Infinite Game with Dr. James Carse
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The book 'Finite and Infinite Games' by James Carse has greatly impacted a new approach to foreign policy and military strategy that revolves around focusing on the infinite games, rather than just the finite ones.
01:52 - 06:45 (04:52)
Summary
The book 'Finite and Infinite Games' by James Carse has greatly impacted a new approach to foreign policy and military strategy that revolves around focusing on the infinite games, rather than just the finite ones.
EpisodeThe Infinite Game with Dr. James Carse
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
This episode discusses the idea of finite and infinite games wherein finite games are games that are won by achieving a specific objective while infinite games go on indefinitely without a specific endpoint or objective.
06:45 - 11:18 (04:33)
Summary
This episode discusses the idea of finite and infinite games wherein finite games are games that are won by achieving a specific objective while infinite games go on indefinitely without a specific endpoint or objective.
EpisodeThe Infinite Game with Dr. James Carse
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The speaker discusses the concept of finite games and contrasts it with the idea of an osmotic process for attaining knowledge or goals.
11:18 - 17:42 (06:24)
Summary
The speaker discusses the concept of finite games and contrasts it with the idea of an osmotic process for attaining knowledge or goals. They also mention the role of imagination in developing strategies in various fields.
EpisodeThe Infinite Game with Dr. James Carse
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The distinction between knowledge and belief according to Greek philosophy and the importance of being a critical thinker who questions the system rather than just the belief based on it.
17:42 - 21:43 (04:01)
Summary
The distinction between knowledge and belief according to Greek philosophy and the importance of being a critical thinker who questions the system rather than just the belief based on it.
EpisodeThe Infinite Game with Dr. James Carse
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The concept of an infinite game isn't aligned with either left or right beliefs, however society has become dogmatic in their views.
21:43 - 28:59 (07:15)
Summary
The concept of an infinite game isn't aligned with either left or right beliefs, however society has become dogmatic in their views. With times of uncertainty comes a feeling of anxiety where people hold onto finite beliefs, whereas the infinite game dictates that we remain open to the uncertain.
EpisodeThe Infinite Game with Dr. James Carse
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Simon Sinek speaks about his admiration for Jim Carse and how he believes in bringing his work into his life’s philosophy.
28:59 - 30:16 (01:16)
Summary
Simon Sinek speaks about his admiration for Jim Carse and how he believes in bringing his work into his life’s philosophy. Carse’s idea of the infinite game will continue to live on and be spread, in the spirit of the infinite game.