216: What’s in a Number?: Thirteen in American History
The 13th of any month is more likely to occur on a Friday than any
other day of the week and it’s happened as many as three times in a
single calendar year. So, why is it considered bad luck? In
this episode, Joanne, Nathan and Brian explore stories of
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The 13th of any month is more likely to occur on a Friday than
any other day of the week and it’s happened as many as three
times in a single calendar year. So, why is it considered bad
luck? In this episode, Joanne, Nathan and Brian explore
stories of superstition and the surprising roles the number 13
has played across American history.
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