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111: The life-changing drink

Lateral with Tom Scott

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Lottery Misadventures

This chapter delves into the perplexing story of Maureen Wilcox, who picked winning lottery numbers but ended up with no prize due to a ticket mix-up between Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The discussion encompasses personal anecdotes about lottery experiences, the complexities of winning eligibility, and the humorous quirks of state lottery rules. Additionally, a lighthearted quiz segment adds a fun twist, drawing parallels between the lottery mishaps and a quirky incident from the Emmy Awards.

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