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A satirical essay written by one of the most renowned satirists, Jonathan Swift, A Modest Proposal expresses the author’s exasperation with the ill treatment of impoverished Irish citizens as a result of English exploitation and social inertia. Furthermore, Swift ventilates the severity of Ireland’s political incompetence, the tyrannical English policies, the callous attitudes of the wealthy, and the destitution faced by the Irish people. Focusing on numerous aspects of society including gov ...
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Master academic writing with ease! Writing Tricks is here to help you write with clarity and confidence. From crafting college essays to refining your writing style, this podcast is your guide to becoming a confident and effective writer. Whether you're a university student or simply want to write better, tune in for quick tips, step-by-step strategies, and inspiration to improve your skills today. Take your work to the next level. Perfect for students, professionals and lifelong learners. W ...
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Changing the world, one mind at a time, For What it's Worth...“For What it’s Worth” is an interview-based podcast series which focuses on exploring innovative ideas for a changing world; ideas related to people, culture, business, education, science and more. The show features well-known guests from across a variety of industries and disciplines, each presenting their views, theories, and predictions about issues related to new ways of thinking, working, and learning. From education to techn ...
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The world can few like a hopeless ugly place. There are about a billion problems in the world but yet it feels like very few people are willing to talk about them or possible solutions. In this podcast, Parker James dives headfirst into the world's insane problems from their history, to some facts you probably didn't know, to the people responsible and in the same vein as the classic essay "A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift provides a solution that will leave you thinking...that could work.
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Proposal, the 24rd episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex online…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Nana, the 23rd episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex online her…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The L.A., the 22nd episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex online her…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss the major motion picture Orange County (2002). You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex online here: https://…
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In the 1970's, scientists asked a very important series of questions pertaining to great apes and human evolution. Do chimpanzees like Coke and M&M's? Can a demure chimp boy experience gender euphoria? Also I guess they used a keyboard or something. Like the show? Support us on Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/gorill…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Goodbye Girl, the 21st episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex on…
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This episode, we're bringing back the classic GRS format: answering voicemails and discord questions, most of which were about eating gorillas for some reason. Like the show? Support us on Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/gorillaradioshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/gorilla__radio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Telenovela, the 20th episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex onli…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Heartbreak, the 19th episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex onli…
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The world has lost an uncle today. Rest in peace Kanzi :( Donate in memory of Kanzi: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RSXNGAEVGUNJ6 Like the show? Support us on Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/gorillaradioshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/gorilla__radio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Che…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Truth, the 18th episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex online he…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Rivals, the 17th episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex online h…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Links, the 16th episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex online he…
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All three hosts sat down to watch the new movie based on a Stephen King short story, The Monkey. Maybe they will talk about the movie at some point this episode too. Like the show? Support us on Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/gorillaradioshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/gorilla__radio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ …
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Third Wheel, the 15th episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex onl…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Countdown, the 14th episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex onlin…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Best Chrismukkah Ever, the Thirteenth episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You c…
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Send us a text This week on #ForWhatitsWorthwithBlakeMelnick, Part 2 of #MakingSenseofitAll #AnneApplebaum and her essay #HistorywillJudgetheComplicit, explores the moral complexities of political complicity in times of crisis, examining individuals’ rationalizations for inaction. Through historical examples, we reflect on the quiet compromises mad…
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Algorithm-driven monkey torture is here to stay, and the social media overlords profiting off of it are running our country. Please send Chengdu J-20 Multirole Stealth Fighter Aircraft. Like the show? Support us on Patreon!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/gorillaradioshow⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/gorilla__radio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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Send us a text What drives individuals to align with or resist oppressive regimes? #AnneApplebaum's compelling essay originally published in the #Atlantic in 2020 #HistoryWillJudgetheComplicit, digs into the complex motivations that underpin political behaviours, through the telling of stories from real people and real experiences. Through her writ…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Secret, the Twelfth episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex onlin…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Homecoming, the Eleventh episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex …
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Another foolish European makes the mistake of having an accent in Greg's presence. Welcome to the Voicemail Monkey Predictions episode of 2025. Question, prediction, or monkey noise to make? Give us a call at 803-620-4332! Like the show? Support us on Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/gorillaradioshow⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitt…
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Send us a text Join us for an enlightening conversation with Edwin Morris, the trailblazing founder of Pioneer Knowledge Services, the first U.S. non-profit dedicated to advancing knowledge management among other non-profits. Edward and I discuss the essential role of knowledge management in nonprofits, highlighting how it can enhance organizationa…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Perfect Couple, the Tenth episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Heights, the Ninth episode of the first season of The OC. Crowdfunding campaigns for black families displaced by the fires can be found here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/htmlview?fbclid=PAY2xjawHtWQNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABphZiw5T9kv6v0LkTTSlQ95jkZezcb…
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How can you leave a lasting impression on your reader and avoid a weak or repetitive ending? In today’s episode, we will look into one of the trickiest parts of essay writing: the conclusion. Discover three effective strategies to wrap up your essay with impact: the Echo Technique, the Call to Action, and the Forward-Thinking Statement. If you want…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Rescue, the Eighth episode of the first season of The OC. Crowdfunding campaigns for black families displaced by the fires can be found here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/htmlview?fbclid=PAY2xjawHtWQNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABphZiw5T9kv6v0LkTTSlQ95jkZezcb…
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It's happening, again. Greg, Chandran, and Austin begin to question why so many people in California and Texas are being pulled over for DUIs with their spider monkeys in the car, and so they call upon the immortal wisdom of V.I. Lenin. (and Oswaldo Zavala) Like the show? Support us on Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Escape, the seventh episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex onlin…
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Struggling to make your essays flow smoothly? In this episode, we uncover 5 powerful transition words that can elevate your writing and ensure your ideas connect seamlessly. Learn how to use them effectively, avoid common mistakes, and transform your essays from good to exceptional. A must-listen for anyone aiming to write with clarity and impact! …
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What if an essay could shock, amuse, and provoke all at once? In this episode, we’re uncovering the brilliance of Jonathan Swift’s A Modest Proposal. Published in 1729, this satirical essay suggests a shocking solution to poverty in Ireland: selling children as food for the wealthy. But beneath the absurdity lies a sharp critique of 18th-century so…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed are joined by Maris Kreizman to discuss The Girlfriend, the sixth episode of the first season of The OC. You can find The Maris Review here: https://mariskreizman.substack.com/ You can pre-order Maris' book here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/i-want-to-burn-this-place-down-essays-maris-kreizman/21863021 You can f…
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Friend of the pod and new corporate oligarch God-king of America Elon Musk suddenly has a problem with captive monkey lab research. Curious! Like the show? Support us on Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/gorillaradioshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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What do personal reflections, philosophical debates, and viral think-pieces have in common? They all trace their roots back to the essay, a literary form that has shaped how we think, write, and share ideas for centuries.In this episode, we explore the fascinating journey of the essay, starting with Michel de Montaigne’s revolutionary Essais in the…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Outsider, the fourth episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex onli…
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What makes an essay powerful enough to inspire revolutions and shape history? In this special episode, we explore Henry David Thoreau’s Civil Disobedience—a timeless call to resist injustice that influenced leaders like Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr.Whether you're an ESL student, a college writer, or someone who loves great ideas, this episode o…
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I know when that Hotline Swing? Like a gibbon I guess? Who cares. Voicemails are back baby! Have a question? Call us at 801-386-9160! (Note: This is a video episode, best viewed on Spotify or Youtube.) Like the show? Support us on Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/gorillara…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Debut, the fourth episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex online …
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Struggling with essays? This episode is here to help! We break down the most common mistakes students make in academic essay writing, from weak thesis statements to poor structure and misused evidence. For each mistake, we explain why it’s an issue and provide actionable tips to avoid it. Here’s what you’ll learn: 1) How to craft a clear and strong…
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Does your writing feel "good" but not exceptional? In this episode, we uncover three simple yet powerful words that can transform your essays, emails, or articles into polished, professional pieces. Learn how to add depth with "nuance," connect ideas seamlessly with "moreover," and tackle complex problems with "conundrum." Plus, we’ll show you prac…
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In which Niko Stratis and Alex Steed discuss The Gamble, the third episode of the first season of The OC. You can find Niko Stratis online here: https://www.nikostratis.com You can pre-order her book The Dad Rock That Made Me a Woman here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-dad-rock-that-made-me-a-woman-niko-stratis/21762522 You can find Alex online …
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Have you ever started reading an essay and felt lost after the introduction? Chances are, it was missing a clear roadmap—a simple yet powerful guide to help readers navigate the journey ahead. In this episode, we’ll break down what a roadmap is, why it’s essential, and how to write one that keeps your audience hooked and informed.Whether you're tac…
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Struggling to craft a strong thesis statement? This episode has you covered! In under 4 minutes, you’ll learn the three golden rules for writing a thesis that wows professors and makes your essay shine. Discover how to: 1) Answer the question with clarity and focus. 2) Add specific details that set your thesis apart. 3) Take a bold stand to guide y…
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Happy 3rd anniversary, Gorilla Radio Show! Mi Tink Mi Gwaan Tek Mi Own Life. (Note: This is a video episode, best viewed on Spotify or Youtube.) Like the show? Support us on Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/gorillaradioshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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