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111: The life-changing drink

Lateral with Tom Scott

CHAPTER

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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