The Numbers Game by Alexandra Parada

Money FM 89.3

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.

  1. The Numbers Game: How Jennie’s favorite Korean snack sparked a $136 million craze

    05/30/2025

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 min
  2. The Numbers Game: How a Star Wars quiz became an HR nightmare

    05/29/2025

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 min
  3. The Numbers Game: The Ponzi Scheme everyone fell for in 1920

    05/28/2025

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 min
  4. The Numbers Game: The collapse of the Lehman Brothers

    05/27/2025

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    4 min
  5. The Numbers Game: The silver market collapse of 1980

    05/23/2025

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 min
  6. The Numbers Game: Why did Donald Trump's sneakers sell for $9000?

    05/22/2025

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 min
  7. The Numbers Game: The story behind the TIME 100

    05/21/2025

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 min
  8. The Numbers Game: The man who spent $20k to live like a dog

    05/20/2025

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 min
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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.

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