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Roman Mars, host of 99% Invisible, explores Athens, GA, discussing the black metal gateway arch, land ownership complexities, SEC football culture, and the infamous 'can opener bridge.' The podcast also features special guests and sponsors like Lexus GX and SiriusXM.
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- Avoiding passing through the University of Georgia arch symbolizes a superstition of delaying graduation.
- The Firefly Bridge project in Athens exemplifies the blend of nostalgia and modernity in urban trail development.
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Tradition of Walking Around the Arch in Athens
At the University of Georgia stands a modest black metal gateway arch erected in 1857 marking the campus entrance. Legend has it that walking around this arch, instead of through it, brings bad luck to those who haven't graduated, as symbolized by a freshman's vow in 1905. The tradition persists as many students avoid passing through it to avoid potential misfortune or delay in graduating. The erosion marks on the path around the arch indicate widespread adherence to this superstitious custom.
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