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Episode 38. Massive Data Rank

Episode 38. Massive Data Rank

Episode 38 · · 11:20

While Bas is away, Sertalp talks about Massive Data model and Massive Data rank of FPLReview.

Episode 37. Wildcard 28

Episode 37. Wildcard 28

Episode 37 · · 24:22

In this shorter-than-usual episode: Bas and Sertalp are using their wildcards this GW, even though Sertalp is distracted with some recent developments 🥰 Using Alastair's notes on maj...

Episode 36. GW27 Decisions

Episode 36. GW27 Decisions

Episode 36 · · 42:40

Bas and Sertalp discuss their chip plans, share several optimal WC27 teams under different chip settings and answer analytics questions they received via Twitter.Ad: Also, now you ca...

Episode 35. GW26 Decisions

Episode 35. GW26 Decisions

Episode 35 · · 34:32

Bas and Sertalp answers questions about GW26, WC now or later dilemma, possible chip strategies, and EV gains for the remaining period.

Episode 34. GW25 Decisions

Episode 34. GW25 Decisions

Episode 34 · · 40:15

Bas and Sertalp talks about chip strategy, how to optimize for remaining time period, Liverpool picks, optimal FH and WC teams, and upcoming blanks & doubles.

Episode 33. On the Edge of a Precipice

Episode 33. On the Edge of a Precipice

Episode 33 · · 36:08

Bas and Sertalp talk about future GWs (24 and beyond) while we are about to enter a period of difficult decisions.

Episode 32. Doubles and Daydreams

Episode 32. Doubles and Daydreams

Episode 32 · · 37:40

As Bas overtakes Sertalp in overall rank, we enter an exciting period of doubles and blanks in FPL. People's patience for Liverpool players will be tested in 25, and we will see a ri...

Episode 31. Triple Pickle

Episode 31. Triple Pickle

Episode 31 · · 32:23

Facing another tough decision whether to use the Triple Captain chip or not, Bas and Sertalp evaluate and discuss their options, and answer questions for GW22. Spoiler alert: Looks l...

Episode 30. Chips and Fixtures

Episode 30. Chips and Fixtures

Episode 30 · · 56:56

Bas and Sertalp have a guest for a special episode: Alastair (TedLassoRegen of Analytics Discord) answers questions about the probable fixtures, chip strategies, and future plans.

Episode 29. The Calm Before the Storm

Episode 29. The Calm Before the Storm

Episode 29 · · 38:59

Before entering the busy period of doubles and blanks, Bas and Sertalp review GW20 results and answers questions about GW21.

Episode 28. Triple or Not

Episode 28. Triple or Not

Episode 28 · · 32:15

Bas and Sertalp talk about GW20 dilemmas and whether to use Triple Captain chip on Haaland this GW or wait for a better double.

Episode 27. GW18 and GW19 Questions

Episode 27. GW18 and GW19 Questions

Episode 27 · · 34:22

Bas and Sertalp answer questions about GW18 and GW19, and talk about sensitivity analysis.

Episode 26. FPL, Again

Episode 26. FPL, Again

Episode 26 · · 36:49

World Cup is finally over. Bas and Sertalp is back for the penultimate episode of this year, to talk about GW17 selections. They cover double gameweeks, optimal squads, and premium G...

Episode 25. One Last Punt

Episode 25. One Last Punt

Episode 25 · · 32:59

Bas and Sertalp talk about GW16 choices and single-GW punts ahead of the World Cup break.

Episode 24. Tilt

Episode 24. Tilt

Episode 24 · · 01:45:54

While Bas is away, Sertalp hosts Brett Taylor (@FPLEchidna) to talk about getting tilted in and frustrated with FPL. They talk about sources of frustration, how it can be approached ...

Episode 23. World Cup Countdown

Episode 23. World Cup Countdown

Episode 23 · · 36:29

Bas and Sertalp review GW13 and talk about pressing issues of GW14 and beyond.

Episode 22. Quick Arithmetic

Episode 22. Quick Arithmetic

Episode 22 · · 20:41

In this shorter than usual episode, Bas and Sertalp talk about main GW13 questions using different data sources.

Episode 21. Navigating the BGW

Episode 21. Navigating the BGW

Episode 21 · · 30:26

Bas and Sertalp talk about GW11 and the Blank GW12. They answer questions from Twitter about captaincy, Free Hit optimal, budget defenders, and how to decide whether to take a hit or...

Episode 20. Haalandgate

Episode 20. Haalandgate

Episode 20 · · 37:23

After a depressing GW, Bas and Sertalp talk about GW10 plans and answer questions from Twitter. WC10 optimal plans signal the rise of mid-price midfielders, while the importance of d...

Episode 19. GW9 Questions

Episode 19. GW9 Questions

Episode 19 · · 34:44

Bas and Sertalp talk about main topics of GW9 and Wildcard picks: goalkeeper selection, optimal wildcard teams, Salah vs KDB, Maddison captaincy, cheap defenders, and risk preference.

Episode 18. Q/A with Brett Taylor on Data and Grass

Episode 18. Q/A with Brett Taylor on Data and Grass

Episode 18 · · 42:26

Bas and Sertalp have a special guest during the International Break: Brett Taylor (FPLEchidna on Twitter), who finished #3 in the world last season. Brett answers Bas and Sertalp's q...

Episode 17. WC Timing

Episode 17. WC Timing

Episode 17 · · 32:42

Bas is already on wildcard, Sertalp is considering to delay until GW9. This week's main topic is wildcard: how to compare plans and their expected values, how to pick players, what w...

Episode 16. WC Dilemma

Episode 16. WC Dilemma

Episode 16 · · 27:52

Bas and Sertalp discuss GW7 questions amid BHA-CRY game postponement and Tuchel news. Bas is already on wildcard, while Sertalp considers factors that might affect the optimal WC time.

Episode 15. EV Sacrifices

Episode 15. EV Sacrifices

Episode 15 · · 53:09

After a weird GW, Bas and Sertalp get together to discuss their teams, give update on model predictions, review WC4 optimal team, and talk about EV sacrifices for nonquantifiable dat...

Episode 14. Projected Points Changes

Episode 14. Projected Points Changes

Episode 14 · · 44:35

Bas and Sertalp talk about what models have learned in two GWs, and answer some questions about potential transfer options.

Episode 13. Optimal

Episode 13. Optimal

Episode 13 · · 42:18

Bas and Sertalp talk about what "optimal" means in FPL, and evaluate Kane to Haaland premium switch from an analytical perspective.

Episode 12. GW1 Choices Part 2

Episode 12. GW1 Choices Part 2

Episode 12 · · 36:33

Last episode before the start! Bas and Sertalp talk about what prediction data gives as optimal squad, which formations appear more, what are some of the choices waiting optimization...

Episode 11. GW1 Choices Part 1

Episode 11. GW1 Choices Part 1

Episode 11 · · 56:06

Bas is back! ✈ Apparently he didn't stop thinking about FPL even on the beach, read a book, and came back with more questions than answers. As we get closer to the GW1 deadline, Bas ...

Episode 10. Uncertainty Pod

Episode 10. Uncertainty Pod

Episode 10 · · 01:23:02

As we get closer to GW1, Sertalp hosts Simon and Jamie of the Corridor of Uncertainty podcast. While Bas is away, they talk about their podcast plans, Grass vs Analytics, heated Twit...

Episode 9. Q/A with Jan the Expected Minutes Magician

Episode 9. Q/A with Jan the Expected Minutes Magician

Episode 9 · · 54:20

In this special 1-hour episode Sertalp hosts Jan Kępski, an analytics-focused manager with lots of fame with his amazing minute predictions. Jan covers latest transfers while Bas is ...