Three years ago travel writer Lydia Gard discovered freediving almost by accident. It’s an extreme and beautiful sport defined by one simple objective: to dive as deep as you can on one single breath. Record holders are now routinely diving to more than 120 metres, pushing the sport and their bodies to find out what’s humanly possible. Through her coach, Lydia was drawn into a small but fanatical community of competition athletes all united in their drive for depth, and that’s where she stum ...
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Ireland’s original independent left leaning news, politics, and culture podcast that doesn’t take itself too seriously and still punches well above its weight. Join critically acclaimed & derided hosts, Martin McMahon and Tony Groves as they delve into the news of the day, pull apart the spin and challenge you to be an activist. This is the non-corporate, ad free, non-plastic-podcast reality that the medium is made for. There will be shenanigans!
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People often ask me why I love trail running. It's all about the stories. You meet a different kind of person on the trails: connects with nature, doesn't mind slowing down if someone is in need, says, "Good job, runner." Trail runners are competitive, for sure. But it's also egalitarian. Seldom will you find the elites separated from the regular folk. Everyone gets lost at some point. Everyone falls. These are our badges of passage. This is my take on trail culture. Logo: Kevin Stich Music: ...
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There is still hope for the Galapagos Tortoise!
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Every Monday and Friday three journalists battle it out to try and convince the editor that their pitch should lead the news. Discover what goes on behind the scenes in a newsroom. Why do some stories dominate, while others fail to make the cut? Tell us if you agree with the final running order - email [email protected] Book your place at a news meeting live in our newsroom - https://www.tortoisemedia.com/our-events Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore Producer: Casey Magloire To fi ...
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Kirat and Bobby have an unusual relationship. The circumstances of their individual lives mean it’s difficult for them to meet face to face but, despite everything, they end up falling in love. Their romance might play out online but in many ways it’s a traditional love story. Until Kirat discovers the disturbing truth. Sweet Bobby is the #1 chart-topping, award-winning series about a sophisticated ten year scam that almost destroyed one woman’s life, and the investigation into the catfisher ...
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Welcome to the Tortoise & the Hare Bookclub, where speed doesn’t matter, but the love of books does! Whether you devour novels in a day or savor them slowly, we’ve got something for you. Join us for relaxed and playful conversations about books—popular hits, hidden gems, and everything in between. Plus, we’ll dive into the latest trends on BookTok and Bookstagram. It’s the perfect bookish hangout for every kind of reader!
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Take two nationally respected rock critics, the latest music news, personal commentary, and exclusive interviews and performances, add a huge pile of records old and new, and the result is Sound Opinions, where people who love music can come together.
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Introducing... Hoaxed, the new series from Alexi Mostrous and Tortoise, who brought you Sweet Bobby. In 2014, two children told police a shocking story: that they were being abused by a Satanic cult; a cult headed by their father and by parents and teachers at their school in the wealthy London suburb of Hampstead. The story was a lie. But on the internet, that didn't matter. Hoaxed is an investigation into one of Britain's most serious-ever conspiracy theories. A story about a modern-day Sa ...
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Pilot episode. Enter the spooky world of the invisible forces that surround us and hear the marvelous, very true tall tales that will make you question our reality and begin looking over your shoulder the next time you enter a forest.
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Two Australian dudes talking about tanks over beers!
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The herptile community is incredibly diverse. However, most of the media tends to focus on the larger, more "in your face" species. 'Pint-sized Reptiles' is taking a different approach. Join James, Jason, and Travis as they turn our gaze to the smaller herps within the community that often get overshadowed by their larger brethren.
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Friends make a pact to listen and discuss 1001 of the best albums in a basement tiki bar
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It's Grimm fairy tales like you've never heard before! On every episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, bestselling author Adam Gidwitz retells a classic fairy tale to a group of inquisitive kids, who anticipate plot twists, crack jokes, and share their own perspectives on these very Grimm tales. Every episode is rated on a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, or Grimmest, so you can choose your level of spookiness! A multi award-winning storytelling podcast, this Parent's Choice Gold Winner features stori ...
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Life and electric cars with comedian, former Great British Bake Off host and Eurovision commentator Mel Giedroyc and journalist Giles Whittell. Join them as they test drive different electric vehicles, discuss how life is going to be changed by the electric revolution and get lost along the way. A new weekly show from Tortoise, launching Wednesday 8 March. Follow the feed to be the first to find out about new episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Every week, Dean (twitch.tv/timewanderer) and Tom discuss current gaming news, and then check out some old (or sometimes new) piece of gaming history to see how it holds up, and test the strength of nostalgia.
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A series of in-depth conversations from Britain's most forensic interviewer. Andrew Neil speaks to people with the power to shape events, and to influence our understanding of them. Subscribe to get a new episode every Tuesday. Tortoise members get access to a weekly bonus episode every Friday called Inside the Interview where Andrew reflects on the conversations he has with his guests. You'll also get access to more of our journalism, and invites to exclusive events. Hosted on Acast. See ac ...
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To strive is human, to saunter divine. Welcome to The Tortoise - a podcast that digs deep into the power of slow. Brooke McAlary (author of "Slow", "Care" and "Destination Simple") is joined by her husband Ben for a monthly deep dive into the realities of trying to live slow in a world that won't stop racing. On the third Thursday of every month, join Brooke and Ben for an unscripted, unedited, always candid and usually fun conversation about slow living and how embracing our inner tortoise ...
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Season 2 of Londongrad: Iran's Hit Squads. Award-winning investigative reporter Paul Caruana Galizia returns to report the story of the foiled assassination attempts on British soil of Iranian nationals. Since January 2022, there has been an attempted assassination or kidnap at least once a month – all ordered by the Iranian government. In this four-part series, Paul will delve into how these attempts unfolded, why they have become so prevalent and who is behind them. It's a story about Iran ...
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What is Family Folktales? Think of it as story time on demand. Whether you're running errands, trying to make dinner, or getting little someones ready for bed, you can listen to a story or two. The stories may be new to you or old favorites. They may even be different, possibly gorier, versions of those stories you now share with your children. Listen, wherever you get podcasts.
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Neil Gaiman is one of the world’s most successful authors. And one of the most loved. His works have been adapted for film, TV and the stage. Now two women, a former nanny and a fan, allege he sexually assaulted and abused them while they were in consensual relationships with him. He strenuously denies all the allegations. Tortoise is an investigative audio newsroom. This story has taken months of work and investigation. To find out more about Tortoise: Download the Tortoise app - for a list ...
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Based On A True Story. JAM Nation captures the best moments from Brendan 'Jonesy' Jones & Amanda Keller's award-winning show.
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FairyTales+ Kids Stories offers calm, beautifully narrated fairy tales and short stories for children. Each episode is created to support relaxation, imagination, and quiet moments at home or before bedtime. We begin with unique and lesser-known stories not available on most podcast platforms, with classic tales and fables from various authors. Discover more stories and read along at FairyTalesPlus.com.
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Christopher Allen was trying to make it as a war reporter when, aged just 26, he was shot and killed on the frontline in South Sudan. But as news of his death began to spread, suspicion grew. Some claimed he was really there as a mercenary, a fighter. Others said he was a reckless freelancer, in over his head. And there was another question: was he killed on purpose, or was this another accident of war? From Tortoise and the team behind Sweet Bobby, Pig Iron is a dark adventure in war and jo ...
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Original stories for kids and families, suitable for all ages. New episodes every week! Story Quest episodes are perfect stories for the car, bedtime stories, or as a way to unwind. Fun Kids Podcasts Plus subscribers get access to over 300 stories, ad free episodes and early access to new stories too. In Spotify you'll get video episodes as well. You'll also be supporting the work Fun Kids does in bringing you high-quality, entertaining, and safe content for your family. Find out more at Fun ...
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Join Ben Goldsmith as he speaks to some of the most influential people behind the most exciting and dramatic rewilding and nature recovery projects across the globe.
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All six episodes of Real Money are available now to listen for free. The world of cryptocurrencies is shaking. It might be just one domino-fall away from a complete crash, and that domino has a name. It’s called Tether. Tether is a crypto coin that holds up the entire cryptocurrency industry. There are over 70 billion Tethers in circulation and for every Tether that exists, a dollar should sit in a bank somewhere. But no one has seen the money it claims to have in the bank and now little-kno ...
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Your dreams are closer than you think! Coach Lyndi will inspire you, "love ya & shove ya" - The "Prodcast" to get you moving! Learn what is holding you back, how to over come it and live a life that you love!
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Stories are a big part of the African culture and growing up in the city of Port-Harcourt, these stories shaped my childhood. Times are different now and these bedtime stories which were passed down through generations are not as popular with children as they once were. This podcast aims to bring these stories to the new generation of African children and introduce everyone else to these wonderful stories from the motherland. The lessons and values learnt from these will never be forgotten. ...
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Full series out now Three doors down: a murder, a mother and a thirty year investigation In May 2023 David Boyd was found guilty of the brutal murder in 1992 of seven year-old Nikki Allan. Sharon Henderson, Nikki’s mother, called for a public inquiry into why it had taken the police so long to find and convict her daughter’s murderer. When Nikki was murdered, Sharon was a single mother of four living in Wear Garth, a rundown housing estate in Sunderland. David Boyd lived a few floors above S ...
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Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackProf Richard Murphy is back and he's not pulling any punches. We talk the UK's self-sanctioning budget, the Labour-becoming-the-Tories, but somehow worse, the fight between Zack Polanski's Populist Ecosocialist Green Party and Nigel Farage's Populist Far Right Reform Party and heck, even Gramsci gets a men…
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The CEO of the United States Anti-Doping Agency – and the man who caught Lance Armstrong – has advice for Lydia. It’s not what she’s expecting. Subscribe to Observer+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to binge listen to the entire series on Tuesday 18th November. To find out more about The Observer: Subscribe to TheObserver+ on Apple Podcasts for early…
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Did you know that every tortoise on earth has SUPERPOWERS? Delilah's story is about six tortoises who are ready to save the world! 📖On Story Quest, Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the…
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🐢 Sex Addicted Tortoise Retires At The Age Of 130
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Diego displayed an exceptional sex drive, so much so, he's credited with helping save his species from extinction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By GOLD and iHeart Australia
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Yes's "Going For the One" & Opinions on Tortoise
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This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dissect Yes' 1977 masterpiece album Going For the One. They talk about the progressive rock band's history, the rich music and they interview lead singer Jon Anderson about the making of the record. Jim and Greg also review the latest from Tortoise. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a…
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A confident woodland sprinter challenges a slow but determined traveler to a race through the forest. What follows becomes an unexpected lesson about perseverance, attitude, and true strength. Discover more stories and read along at FairyTalesPlus.com.
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813 Tortoise - Millions Now Living Will Never Die
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I saw an acupuncturist who gave me some stern advice that I'm not sure about, but her work was good and I will see her again. I also did the Wild Hare 10K, which went well, save for me wiping out before mile 2. I finished within my second goal time, because I missed the first one. Contemplated my future races and have decided I should keep it short…
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Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackIn this Reboot Republic Podcast, Rory chats with tortoise shack editor Tony Groves about the government's new housing plan, that is so impressive that the Minister for Housing, James Brown, didn't even bother hanging around to answer questions on it in the Dáil. This is a short insight into what is and mor…
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🎬 CUTTING ROOM FLOOR: 79-Year-Old Aristocrat Is Looking For A Wife! (Podcast Exclusive)
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Ahhh, the good ol' pothole! Where do we start? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By GOLD and iHeart Australia
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📣 Our FIRST 'Gets My Goolies' Finalist For 2025!
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Lisa is in the running to win $20,000 cash, all thanks to our friends at Massel Stocks and Gravies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By GOLD and iHeart Australia
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🎁 The Most Bizarre Items On Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop Holiday Gift Guide
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Em Gillespie joins Jonesy & Amanda with the latest in entertainment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By GOLD and iHeart Australia
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🙊 We Reveal To Amanda Keller's Brother The TRUTH About The USB He Sent
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🍺 PUB TEST: How Do You Feel About Beach Balls At Concerts?
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📩 Amanda's Brother Sent Us Snippets From His Community Radio Show!
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WHAT YOU MISSED: Would You Like Obligation Or Nothing?
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77 - Vickers MBT - Steel Tank for Iron Men
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Vickers went out on a limb and built their own tank in 1963. And a bunch of countries decided something tough and simple was exactly what they wanted. India built 2,000 of them and took them to war with great success. This episode we're going to take a look at what was going on with the Vickers MBTs and the Indian Vijayanta. The halftime interview …
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🎬 CUTTING ROOM FLOOR: Week In Review (Podcast Exclusive)
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Here's everything you missed from Jonesy & Amanda's Cutting Room Floor podcast for this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By GOLD and iHeart Australia
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In a quiet village granary, a colony of Mice lived in constant fear of a cunning Cat that prowled the shadows. When the Mice gather to devise a plan for their safety, they discover that clever ideas are not always easy to carry out. Discover more stories and read along at FairyTalesPlus.com.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite albums of 2025. They’ll also hear selections from their production staff. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo:…
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🎬 CUTTING ROOM FLOOR: "My Coworker Brought Raw Chicken To The Potluck!" (Podcast Exclusive)
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It's that time of the week again... FIGHT FOR YOUR FLASHBACK! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By GOLD and iHeart Australia
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In a peaceful countryside, a mother duck patiently waits for her eggs to hatch, unaware that one of them holds a very unusual little duckling. As the ducklings explore their world, the odd one begins a journey filled with challenges, loneliness, and discovery. Discover more stories and read along at FairyTalesPlus.com.…
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📲 What's Been Happening On Our Social Media This Week?
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Digital Jenna joins Jonesy & Amanda with the biggest stories on social media this week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By GOLD and iHeart Australia
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🍺 PUB TEST: Do You Watch Your Weight Over Christmas?
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💎 Man Charged With Theft After Allegedly Swallowing $19,000 Fabergé Egg
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The man allegedly swallowed a Fabergé James Bond Octopussy Egg locket. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By GOLD and iHeart Australia
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Why has Wes Streeting launched a review into autism and ADHD diagnoses?
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Will the next men’s football World Cup be the most politically tense in history? Did we learn anything from the latest round of peace talks between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump’s envoys? Is overdiagnosis of conditions like Autism and ADHD leading to worse outcomes for neurodiverse people? Rebecca Moore is joined by The Observer’s Ides and Commen…
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🎬 CUTTING ROOM FLOOR: 'Rage Bait' Named Oxford Word Of The Year (Podcast Exclusive)
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FULL SHOW: We Don't Know About This Idea!
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We let the darts decide what segment we test today and we're not too sure what we think about it yet. What do you think? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By GOLD and iHeart Australia
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📲 How Will Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Work?
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Social media expert Meg Coffey joins Jonesy & Amanda to explain the complexities of the new ban. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By GOLD and iHeart Australia
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🎯 We Let The Darts Determine What Segments We Try In 2026!
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🍺 PUB TEST: How Do You Feel About Parents Sharing Photos Of Their Children?
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🤦♀️ "The Surprising Origin Of 911: A Podcast Revelation" (WTF?)
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Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackA short podcast with MEP for Dublin, Lynn Boylan, on the return (again!) of CETA, the Governments insane push for unconstitutional investor courts, Mercosur's hormone enhanced cows for German cars and how to react to the EPP and Fine Gael joining with the far right in the EU. The Leilani Farha Podcast is o…
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Toby, famously hopeless at sports, finds a mysterious charm on Sports Day that transforms him into an unbeatable “Sports Monster" 📖On Story Quest, Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the …
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This is the tale of a wolverine who blames everyone else for his troubles. Will he continue in his wicked ways, or meet a grisly end?By [email protected]
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John Darnielle of The Mountain Goats on This Year: 365 Songs Annotated: A Book of Days
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John Darnielle of The Mountain Goats discusses his new book, "This Year: 365 Songs Annotated: A Book of Days" and his new album "Through This Fire Across From Peter Balkan" with Sound Opinions producer Andrew Gill. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https…
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🎬 CUTTING ROOM FLOOR: Do You Remember Your Answering Machine? (Podcast Exclusive)
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