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The Hunch: Prediction Markets, Cricket & the Future of Forecasting What if your cricket knowledge could actually pay off? Welcome to The Hunch — the podcast that explores the fascinating world of prediction markets, where the wisdom of millions of fans creates more accurate forecasts than any expert. Built for cricket lovers across India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and beyond, we break down complex concepts into chai-time conversations. What you'll learn: 🏏 Prediction Markets Explained — How buying and selling shares on outcomes works, and why it's fundamentally different from betting 🔮 The Wisdo...

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What is an Optimistic Oracle? How Blockchain Knows Who Won the Match 03.01.2026 10:55

Here's a puzzle: Blockchains are powerful, but they can only see what happens ON the blockchain. So if you have a prediction market asking "Will India beat Pakistan?" — how does the smart contract actually KNOW who won? This is called the "oracle problem" — and in this episode, we explain how The Hunch solves it. What we cover: → The oracle problem explained: Why blockchains can't "see" the real w...

Introduction to Prediction Markets 03.01.2026 11:41

What Are Prediction Markets? A Cricket Fan's Introduction You've spent years watching cricket — analyzing players, understanding pitches, predicting match outcomes before they happen. But what if that knowledge could actually be worth something? In this first episode of The Hunch, we break down prediction markets from scratch. No jargon, no complicated finance speak — just a simple explanation des...

Prediction Markets vs Betting — Why They're NOT the Same 02.01.2026 12:02

"Isn't this just gambling with extra steps?" It's the most common question we hear — and in this episode, we tackle it head-on. If you're in India or Pakistan, where betting carries legal restrictions and social stigma, this distinction isn't just academic. It's essential. The fundamental difference: When you bet with a bookie, you're playing AGAINST the house. The bookie sets the odds, takes a cu...