<p>In this week&#39;s book club, I delve into two compelling books that tackle the themes of deception and manipulation. &#39;<strong>Talking to Strangers&#39;</strong> by <em>Malcolm Gladwell</em> examines why we struggle to detect lies through fascinating real-world examples, including stories about Neville Chamberlain and the CIA. </p> <p><strong>&#39;Who&#39;s Pulling Your Strings?&#39;</strong> by <em>Harriet Breaker</em> offers insights into recognizing and countering manipulation from those close to us, such as family and colleagues. I also touch on a brief mention of <strong>&#39;A History of Baseball in Ten Pitches&#39;</strong> and share some personal reflections on my susceptibility to manipulation. 00:00 High Stakes Poker Game 00:33 Introduction to Book Club 00:47 Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell 01:40 Who&#39;s Pulling Your Strings? by Harriet Breaker 03:37 Personal Reflections on Manipulation 03:54 Final Thoughts and Poker Game</p>