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Have you ever talked to a voice assistant on your phone, seen a computer program beat a world champion at a game, or watched a car drive itself? These moments may feel like glimpses into a science fiction future, but they’re not fiction. They’re examples of Artificial Intelligence—AI—in action. While AI feels modern and futuristic, the journey that brought us to these wonders has unfolded for much longer than most people realise. AI may seem like a buzzword that exploded recently, but the core ideas behind it have fascinated thinkers for centuries.

What Are the Odds? is your intro to understanding the hidden mathematics of everyday life. From coin flips to casinos, lightning strikes to love stories, this book walks the line between probability and poetry—bringing clarity to the chaos and calm to the randomness. Through twelve sharp chapters (plus a bonus finale), JJ cracks open real-life situations with statistical insight, humor, and heart. You'll learn why the coin isn't fair, why streaks are a lie, and how even your tiniest decisions might ripple through the universe in ways you’ll never see coming. No math degree required. No charts.

This isn’t science fiction. This isn’t the future. This is right now. From TikTok to Taco Bell, the algorithm is already in control — not just of your screen, but of your cravings, your habits, your identity, and your sense of reality. This book pulls back the curtain on the invisible system that runs your life — from predictive modeling and dopamine loops to engineered hunger and emotional hijacking. No conspiracy theories, just brutal clarity. Whether you’re tech-savvy or just tired of feeling hijacked, this book will change how you see the world around you.