I discuss blindness & disability related topics as well as technology & local events.
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Scott Spaulding Podcasts
Recordings from the NFB of Kentucky & Greater Louisville
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Voluntary Vixens is a podcast offering a unique and female perspective into society, culture, and politics from a voluntary point of view. Jessie and Maddie want to tear down the barriers to freedom by keeping the discussion sane, peaceful and most importantly voluntary.
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The United States has become synonymous with empire and endless war, American troops sit in 70% of the world's countries, and yet, most Americans don't know that. The military is joined disproportionately by a 'warrior caste’ whom carry this enormous burden, making a less diverse force and ensuring most of society doesn't see their sacrifice. And American tax dollars, funding hundreds of billions in unnecessary spending on global hegemony, are robbed from the domestic needs of ordinary Ameri ...
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Just good Christian boys shooting their shot while they head to that 24hr blue and yellow logo superstore that you know we are talking about.
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Boardroom Buzz is the straight-talk playbook for owners who built their service businesses from the crawlspace up and want to master the next move—whether that’s doubling down on growth or preparing for a life-changing exit. Hosted by Jason & Jeremy Julio—“The Blue-Collar Twins” who turned a service-truck start-up into a multimillion-dollar success—and mentored by veteran deal-maker Paul Giannamore, the show turns boardroom finance into stories you’d swap over a tailgate. Expect 40-minute de ...
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The Rebuild Mindset: Brandon Kraupp on Turning Setbacks into a Multi-State Service Machine
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40:38After losing his first fortune to a Ponzi scheme in his late twenties, Brandon Kraupp didn’t lick his wounds—he grabbed a clipboard. Today, his Utah-based Romex Pest Control spans four states, fields nearly two hundred teammates, and runs on an EOS-powered culture that blends door-knock grit with relentless data-tracking. Brandon sits down with the…
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The Beehive Blueprint: Jason Carpenter’s 3,000-Page SOP, Million-Door Data Engine & Golf-Course Deal Flow
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46:31From mortgaging his house for a used “bug truck” to commanding Ohio’s slickest 10,000-sq-ft “Beehive” HQ, Jason Carpenter has turned Environmental Pest Management into the Midwest’s apartment-pest juggernaut—servicing 1 million+ units with a patented data platform (“Pest Genius”) and a 3,000-page digital playbook that lets the business run while he…
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Scaling Spidexx: Coleman Spaulding’s Door-Knock Grit, Nine Acquisitions & the Next Chapter After Proactive
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1:08:04Coleman Spaulding cut his teeth knocking doors for Safeguard in 2005, parlayed that experience into Proactive Pest Management in suburban Chicago, and—after a decade of steady growth—launched Spidexx Pest Control in 2016 with a bigger vision: blend door-to-door horsepower, bolt-on buys, and EOS culture to build a multistate platform. Fresh off sell…
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From High-School Dropout to $12 M Pest-Control Powerhouse: Jared LaJaunie’s 18-Year Climb on the Gulf Coast
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1:00:10Louisiana native Jared LaJaunie went from quitting school at 17 to leading 65-plus employees, 72 trucks, and four branches of LaJaunie’s Pest Control—now tracking $12 million in annual revenue. In this candid sit-down with the Blue-Collar Twins, Jared breaks down the sales grit he learned at Orkin, the mindset shift that doubled his vision, and the…
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In PS3 We Trust: Paul Sansone Jr. on Sub-Prime Innovation, TikTok Car Sales & the 100-Year Dealer Legacy
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52:13Third-generation dealer Paul “PS3” Sansone III joins the Blue-Collar Twins to share how Sansone Jr’s Auto Group balances 67 years of family tradition with social-media hustle, deep-subprime financing, and a brand-new Keyport Kia store. From rent-to-own experiments that became New Jersey Auto Lending to “Motivational Mondays” that fire up 25 salespe…
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Building Axel: Sean DeDeyn’s Path from D-1 Wrestling to a Staffing Powerhouse
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33:05Former Rutgers heavyweight Sean DeDeyn turned a hard-charging wrestling mindset into The Axel Group, a niche staffing firm that now supplies talent across every stage of major construction projects. Sean joins the Blue-Collar Twins to unpack the six-year sprint from a two-desk office to a 30-person team, a tech-driven recruiting engine, and side ve…
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Hands off Cuba delegation w/ Rachell Tucker and Maxine Roboles - Ep 170
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1:03:33Jovanni is joined by Rachel Tucker and Maxine Roboles, who recount their recent delegation trip to Cuba. They delve into Cuba's history, including its resilience against US sanctions, its noteworthy contributions to global medical and liberation efforts, and the lifestyle and struggles of its citizens, alongside observing Cuba's socialism, experien…
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From Candy Bars to Cleaning Empires: Dom Williams on Systems, Mindset & Multiple Revenue Streams
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34:45Serial entrepreneur Dom Williams sits down with the Blue-Collar Twins to reveal how a kid running county-wide candy routes now leads a 200-employee cleaning company, owns drive-thru “drink barns,” flips HUD rentals, and is launching a lounge—while coaching other service-business owners past the six- and seven-figure ceiling. You’ll hear: Early Hust…
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Oceanside Service: Scott Nelson’s 36-Year HVAC Journey from One-Man Shop to 10 Million in Revenue
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1:01:39The Blue-Collar Twins sit down with Scott Nelson, founder of Central-Jersey’s iconic Oceanside Service—the turquoise-truck HVAC firm he bootstrapped for 36 years before handing the keys to private equity earlier this spring. Scott unpacks the branding bets, “golden-handcuff” culture, and 20 %-margin playbook that turned a $600 van into a top-1 % co…
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From Wall Street to Water-Damage Warrior: How John Majeski Scaled Four SERVPRO Franchises—and Aims to Top the Northeast by 2034
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43:13Lifeguard buddies turned blue-collar founders Jason & Jeremy Julio reconnect with longtime friend John Majeski—once a Manhattan finance analyst, now the force behind four thriving SERVPRO franchises across New Jersey. John breaks down the gritty first three-year slog, the culture playbook that powers his team, and the BHAG that keeps everyone rowin…
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From Side-Hustle to Eight-Figure Exit: The Blue Collar Twins
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55:17Meet Jason & Jeremy Julio—the Blue-Collar Twins—as they trade gym whistles for board-room banter and join producer-turned-host Dylan Seals behind the mic. In their debut as co-hosts they unpack: Side-Hustle Genesis – the late-night kitchen-table brainstorm that birthed Last Bite Mosquito & Tick. Scaling While Clocked-In – juggling lesson plans, bea…
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Paul Giannamore Unfiltered: Hustling Out of Chicago, Cracking Wall Street, and Building POTOMAC M&A
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1:14:13Meet Jason & Jeremy Julio—the Blue-Collar Twins turned eight-figure sellers— as they step in as your new co-hosts of The Boardroom Buzz. In their maiden voyage they flip the script, putting mentor Paul Giannamore in the hot seat to uncover the back-alley hustle that took him from inner-city Chicago to building Potomac M&A into a middle-market power…
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The Crisis and Politics of Immigration under Trump in 2025 - Ep 169
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48:57Jovanni dives into the pressing issue of immigration, exploring its historical roots, ongoing impacts, and the political climate exacerbating the crisis today, joined by three activists: Cynthia Rodriguez, Juana Guzman Mata, and Maxine Rebles. The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the displacement caused by U.S. foreign policy, th…
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The Global Shift Toward Multipolarity w/ Professor Danny Shaw - Ep 168
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56:13Jovanni and guest host Jake Tucker discuss the decline of American global hegemony, the unraveling of late-stage capitalism, and the erosion of U.S. dominance with Professor Danny Shaw. They cover how the rising powers of China and Russia are challenging American supremacy and the moral bankruptcy of Western capitalism. Professor Shaw also shares h…
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Healthcare and politics in Lebanon w/ Dr. Anis Germani - Ep 167
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57:58Jovanni and guest host Jake Tucker is joined by Dr. Anis Germani, a health policy specialist and activist from Lebanon, who provides an in-depth analysis of Lebanon's sectarian political system, the impact of its economic collapse, and the broader implications of regional conflicts. The discussion also delves into the use of depleted uranium by Isr…
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Jovanni reverse interview w/ Lia Tarachansky - Ep 166
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1:02:25Jovanni is in the spotlight by returning guest Lia Tarachansky for an interview recorded on November 6, 2024, just after the U.S. elections. They explore Jovanni's political consciousness, connection to West Asia, and his military background. Topics range from American imperialism, partisan politics, and Trump’s presidency, to personal insights on …
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The Collapse of Syria w/ Jake Tucker - Ep 165
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1:07:29Henri and Jovanni are joined by anti-war activist and friend of the podcast Jake Tucker as they discuss the recent collapse of the Syrian state on December 6th, 2024. They reflect on U.S. foreign policy, anti-imperialism, and the historical context of state collapses including those in the Soviet Union, Somalia, Rwanda, Yugoslavia, Libya, and Iraq.…
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Episode 199 — From $3K to $150M: Brian Gottlieb’s Leadership Beyond the Hammer
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1:06:00Brian Gottlieb, author of Beyond the Hammer, joins Patrick Baldwin in The Boardroom to share his inspiring story. From launching his home improvement business with just $3,000 and a folding table, Brian built a thriving organization with 600 employees. He attributes much of his success to a people-first leadership philosophy, emphasizing the import…
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Episode 198 — Discipline by Example with Fred Wingate
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1:09:02Fred Wingate, owner of Noosa Pest Management, joins Nick Bartolo and Patrick Baldwin to share his inspiring journey from professional water skier to thriving entrepreneur in the pest control industry. His story is rooted in discipline and resilience, values that have guided his approach to both sports and business. Fred emphasizes the importance of…
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Episode 197 — Leveraging Fire Protection Sell-Side M&A with Paul Giannamore and Nick Bartolo
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37:05An audio rebroadcast from POTOMAC.TV. Nick Bartolo turns the mic on Paul Giannamore to discuss his strategy for selling fire protection businesses. Paul reveals how a formal sell-side process, combined with competitive leverage, drives transaction multiples to new highs. Learn how you can maximize the value of your fire protection business in the g…
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Post-election 2024 breakdown w/ Matthew Hoh - Ep 164
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51:41Jovanni is joined by a long-time friend of the podcast, Matthew Hoh, former Marine Corps captain, anti-war activist, and associate director of the Eisenhower Media Network to discuss the outcome of the 2024 election, the Biden administration’s foreign policy horror show in Ukraine and Gaza, the power and challenges of third-party politics, and a lo…
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Episode 196 — Family First, Focused Always: Robert Pittman’s Specialized Vision for Tuxedo Mosquito
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1:02:00Robert Pittman, owner of Tuxedo Mosquito Control, joins Nick Bartolo and Fat Pat aka Patrick Baldwin to discuss his journey in developing a specialized mosquito control business centered around family values and focus. Taking over from his father-in-law, who founded the company, Robert has upheld a culture that treats employees like family—a princi…
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Episode 195 — Don’t Just Change, Get to First-Order Thinking
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1:14:18Chase and Fat Pat explore the often-complex landscape of change management. Change within an organization requires more than just fresh ideas; it demands a well-executed plan and consistent momentum. Decision-makers must be resilient and somewhat shielded from daily challenges, allowing them to focus on long-term goals rather than immediate hurdles…
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A Year of Resistance: Examining the Palestinian Struggle with Dr. Sara Masoud - Ep 163
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46:25Henri and Jovanni mark the first anniversary of Operation Al-Aqsa Flood and the ongoing Israeli genocide against Palestinians with Dr. Sara Masoud, an organizer with San Antonio Justice for Palestine and Assistant Professor at UT Health San Antonio. We cover the broader implications for Palestinian-Israeli relations, Israel's extreme measures, inte…
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Episode 194 — Tackling Today’s Economic Shift with Jamie Clement
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1:02:53Wall Street equity analyst, Jamie Clement, joins Paul and Patrick and takes a hard look at the current state of the economy, focusing on how it impacts both consumers and the pest control industry. With rising costs hitting American households—particularly those in the lower income brackets—the discussion centers on how this economic squeeze could …
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Episode 193 — Evolve's Blueprint: Rapid Growth to Strategic Exit
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1:31:02Nephi Julien and Shad Teerlink, co-owners of Evolve Pest Control, shared their remarkable journey from 323 clients in Nowhere, Nevada to a multi-million dollar exit. With no prior experience and limited resources, they leveraged door-to-door sales, persistence, and creativity to rapidly grow their customer base, overcoming significant financial cha…
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Episode 192 — The Wildlife Playbook with Kyle Waltz
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1:22:47Kyle Waltz, the owner of Conserv Wildlife Services, steps into The Boardroom with Patrick Baldwin and Nick Bartolo. It's clear that this isn't Kyle's first rodeo in the wildlife arena. Kyle shares about the challenges and opportunities he faces, and what he's learned along the way. With so many moving parts, how can businesses ensure they have the …
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Fortress Redux - The Sacking of Fallujah w/ Ross Caputi and Scott Spaulding – Ep 125
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1:32:00I picked a great classic FOH episode to share with you all, especially with the ongoing Israeli sieges in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon. Ross Caputi and Scott Spaulding join us to discuss The Sacking of Fallujah, both the event and the book which Ross co-wrote.; Fallujah is seen by the American empire as a great victory over the burgeoning Sunni…
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Episode 191 — 100 Doors a Day: Grit, Rejection, and Success with Nick Gifford
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1:15:41This week, Nick Gifford, president of Radix and founder of Diamond Lawns, joins Nick Bartolo and Patrick Baldwin as he shares his entrepreneurial journey—a story of grit, resilience, and teamwork. Building a business is no solo effort. Gifford attributes much of his success to the strong, dependable teams he’s built over the years. He emphasizes th…
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Examining Venezuela's Electoral Integrity, Sanctions, and U.S. Interventionism w/ Dr. Bahman Azad - Ep 162
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1:06:49Jovanni and Monisha are joined by Dr. Bahman Azad, President of the United States Peace Council, who shares his experiences as an international election observer in Venezuela. They explore the complexities of Venezuela's electoral system, the effects of U.S. sanctions, and U.S. interventionism, comparing the situation in Venezuela to those in Nicar…
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Episode 190 — An Interview with Jonas Olson, the Pest Control Millionaire
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1:28:18Jonas Olson, CEO of Pest Badger, joins Paul and Patrick to share his entrepreneurial journey from lawn care to pest control. When the pandemic shut down his lawn care services, he saw an opportunity to pivot into pest control—a more recession-proof and scalable industry. It was such a pivot that he rebranded from Lawn Badger to Pest Badger. His exi…
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Episode 189 — Always Ready to Lead: How Charlie Church Took Over and Transformed a Family Business
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1:08:16Charlie Church, owner and president of Getem Services Termite and Pest Control, joins Patrick Baldwin and Nick Bartolo to share his journey of unexpectedly taking over his family's pest control business. Through this, he highlights his experience with perseverance, adaptability, and a self-starter mentality. Drawing from his background in wrestling…
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Episode 188 — Mastering Management: Finding the Balance Between Empathy and Expectations
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1:18:02Paul, Chase, and Fat Pat explore the intricate dynamics of company management, emphasizing the crucial role of understanding what employees value to build a high-performance culture. By recognizing individual needs and preferences, leaders can significantly boost employee satisfaction and engagement, ultimately benefiting the business. They highlig…
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Responsibility to Protect (R2P) & the Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza w/ Nina Ng - Ep 161
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1:06:11Jovanni and Mike discuss the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) doctrine and its controversial principles with guest Nina Ng, an aid worker from Gaza. The conversation explores historical interventions under R2P, the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and inconsistencies in international responses to conflicts. Nina shares her experiences conducting…
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The hard truth of being a journalist covering Palestine w/ Xelena González - Ep 160
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1:09:41Jovanni hosts journalist and author Xelena González, to discuss her experiences in Palestine, performing anti-war plays and meeting Palestinian-American diaspora folks in San Antonio, and the personal backlash she’s received as a journalist covering the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Xelena González is a journalist graduating from Northwestern Unive…
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Episode 187 — The Unofficial State Bug of Rhode Island with Brian Goldman
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1:58:01PCT Top 100 CEO Brian Goldman of Big Blue Bug Solutions joins hosts Fat Pat and Chase Hazelwood in the Boardroom this week. Brian shares the story behind their famous mascot, Nibbles Woodaway - a giant blue termite that has become an unofficial symbol of Rhode Island. The discussion explores how unique marketing can forge a deep bond between a busi…
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Episode 186 — Stop Selling with Mark Stewart
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1:22:10Patrick and Nick step into The Boardroom with Mark Stewart, consultant, sales coach, and author of Stop Selling, to uncover how businesses can get the most out of their sales teams. Mark has experience helping companies double and even triple in size and keep the same talented people. They dive into what makes the next generation of employees tick,…
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Episode 185 — Why Execution Matters More Than Ideas
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1:35:28Paul Giannamore, Mat Rogers, and Patrick Baldwin begin the episode by paying tribute to Andrew Beck, the CEO of Aruza Pest Control, who passed away last week. They share personal stories, remembering him as a devoted business leader, father, husband, and friend. If you knew Andrew or would like to help his family in this unimaginably difficult time…
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