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In 1985, America held a lottery no one was allowed to talk about — and the people chosen were not winners. Decades later, one forgotten ribbon leads to a secret the whole country buried: every day is a gift, but someone had to pay for it.

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Author:  Chase Shustack

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CONTENT DISCLAIMER:

This episode contains explicit content not limited to intense themes, strong language, and depictions of violence intended for adults. Parental guidance is strongly advised for children under the age of 18. Listener discretion is advised. 

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