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10ish Cases of Really Bad Luck

Stuff You Should Know

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Luck and Misfortune: Stories of Hope

This chapter explores the lighthearted and poignant tales from the village of Sodeto, Spain, where residents pooled resources to win a significant lottery jackpot amid economic struggles. It transitions into reflections on the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, touching on themes of heroism and the swift turn of public perception in the case of Richard Jewell. The discussion wraps up with a humorous take on the dubious claims of the 'luckiest man in the world,' questioning the reliability of sensational stories in media.

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