The Numbers Game by Alexandra Parada
The Numbers Game by Alexandra Parada
The Numbers Game is a show that uncovers the hidden stories behind every number. Whether it's a record-breaking achievement, an unexpected statistic, or stories on how people spend their money, we reveal the surprising ways numbers shape the world around us.
The Numbers Game: How Jennie’s favorite Korean snack sparked a $136 million craze
Jennie went on The Jennifer Hudson Show and casually mentioned Banana Kick, a sweet Korean snack from her childhood. Days later, it sparked a global craze and helped boost Nongshim’s market value by $136 million.
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The Numbers Game: How a Star Wars quiz became an HR nightmare
A British woman was awarded $50,000 after being compared to Darth Vader at work. And what was meant as a fun, Star Wars-themed team quiz turned into a serious HR issue.
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The Numbers Game: The Ponzi Scheme everyone fell for in 1920
In 1920, Charles Ponzi pulled off one of the most infamous financial scams in history by promising massive returns through a fake investment scheme. His name would go on to define the “Ponzi scheme,” a fraud that still traps investors today.
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The Numbers Game: The collapse of the Lehman Brothers
In 2008, Lehman Brothers filed the largest bankruptcy in U.S. history, triggering a global financial crisis. The investment bank's downfall was fueled by risky bets on subprime mortgages and excessive leverage.
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The Numbers Game: The silver market collapse of 1980
In 1980, the Hunt brothers tried to corner the silver market, driving prices up nearly tenfold. Their plan collapsed on Silver Thursday, triggering massive losses and a historic market crash.
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The Numbers Game: Why did Donald Trump's sneakers sell for $9000?
In February last year, Donald Trump launched a gold high-top sneaker called the “Never Surrender.” Retailing at $399, one autographed pair sold for a staggering $9,000, proving that in politics and sneakers, hype can carry a lot of sole.
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The Numbers Game: The story behind the TIME 100
The TIME 100 is an annual list published by TIME magazine, featuring the 100 most influential people in the world. It includes leaders, artists, thinkers, and icons who have shaped global conversations. The list also highlights both positive and controversial figures based on their impact.
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The Numbers Game: The man who spent $20k to live like a dog
A Japanese man, known as Toco, spent nearly $20,000 to live out a unique and surprising fantasy - becoming a dog. With a lifelike rough collie costume and a cage to sleep in, Toco embraced the life of his favorite breed, experiencing everything from belly rubs to walks on a leash.
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The Numbers Game: You can dine with President Donald Trump for $5 million
Would you pay $5 million for a private dinner with President Donald Trump? At Mar-a-Lago, that’s exactly what some of the world’s wealthiest business leaders are doing - exchanging staggering sums for face time with Donald Trump.
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The Numbers Game: The man who gets paid $80k to do nothing
Shoji Morimoto, known as the "rental do-nothing guy," is getting paid $80,000 to do absolutely nothing. Once fired for lacking initiative, he turned doing "nothing" into a lucrative career.
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