Betting Markets vs. Polls

Podcast created by:  Patrick Thomann, Jordan McCombie, and Austin Davis 

In this episode, we explore why betting markets often outperform traditional polls in predicting election outcomes. Through historical analysis, real-world examples, and insights into how financial incentives drive better forecasting, we break down how platforms like Polymarket and PredictIt are reshaping political prediction. Tune in as we contrast the fading reliability of polls with the dynamic accuracy of election betting markets.