A Problem Squared 118 = Rolling Eyes and Juggling Highs
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Sep 29, 2025 Dive into the surprisingly low odds of rolling snake eyes in a reality show and the shenanigans of TV production tricks. Discover the fascinating journey of learning to juggle seven balls—if you’re dedicated, you could achieve this in just twelve weeks! Learn about siteswap notation that can speed up your juggling mastery. Plus, enjoy quirky listener submissions like overlapping child names and a unique hamster setup for sale. It’s a delightful mix of math, juggling, and community fun!
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Probability Depends On Total Rolls
- Snake eyes has a 1-in-36 chance per roll, so outcomes depend on total rolls not which player rolls.
- Getting five snake eyes in 24 rolls is extremely unlikely without editing or altered dice.
Plan For Editing When Using Random Games
- If filming a slow-chance game, plan editing to keep TV pacing tight.
- Expect long filming time and edit out repetitive rounds to maintain viewer interest.
Props Can Skew Randomness
- Props can bias random outcomes through shape or weight imperfections.
- Slightly squashed or uneven dice raise some faces' probabilities and change expected results dramatically.