103: Polo pitch invaders
Lateral with Tom Scott
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Lucky Numbers and Unmarked Graves
This chapter examines the spike in Mega Millions lottery winners from January 4, 2011, investigating its connection to prior changes in lottery formats and the superstitions surrounding number selection. It also delves into the cultural significance of unmarked graves and memorials, highlighting how people honor both historical figures and fictional characters. The discussion intertwines anecdotes of memorial practices, such as leaving coins at gravesites, with the emotional connections individuals form with these sites.
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