About this episode
The episode discusses the metaphor of playing the cards you're dealt in life, using the example of a one-eyed Jack.
Sometimes you just have to play the cards you're dealt - even if that card is a one-eyed Jack.
Topics covered
- cards
- gambling
- life lessons
Keywords
- metaphor
- life choices
- poker
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