In this episode of The Wisdom Shelf, we explore Addiction by Design: Machine Gambling in Las Vegas by Natasha Dow Schüll, a revealing look into how the design of gambling machines captures players in a “machine zone.” Schüll’s work uncovers the psychological engineering behind these machines and how their design feeds into addiction, transforming Las Vegas casinos into powerful spaces of compulsion. We discuss the fine line between entertainment and entrapment, and how understanding these mechanics can offer insights into managing addictive behaviors. Join us as we navigate this exploration of technology, human psychology, and the complex world of machine gambling.

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