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Episode 2: Values of the Game

Against the Rules with Michael Lewis

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Spanky's Gambit: The Intersection of Sports and Gambling

This chapter chronicles Spanky's journey into the world of illegal sports betting during his high school years, examining the cultural acceptance of gambling against the backdrop of political efforts to regulate it. Through discussions of significant legislation like the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992, the chapter highlights the ongoing tensions between preserving the integrity of sports and the rise of betting culture in America.

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