Best Alexandria Smith Podcasts (2024)

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Exploring the Mandela Effect: Memory, Myths, and Misinformation (Listen and Learn) 10:36

2M ago10:36

10:36

Join me, William, on another episode of Listen and Learn as we dive into the fascinating world of the Mandela Effect. Discover how our memories can deceive us, contributing to collective false memories like Nelson Mandela's death in the 1980s. Learn about the theories behind this phenomenon, historical examples of memory manipulation, and the role …

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Exploring the Mysteries of the Library of Alexandria (Listen and Learn) 9:47

2M ago9:47

9:47

In today's episode of Listen and Learn, we dive into the mysteries of the legendary Library of Alexandria. Journey through the bustling ancient streets and majestic halls filled with thousands of scrolls across various subjects. We discuss the tragic series of events leading to its destruction and speculate on the immense loss of knowledge. Finally…

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Apple Intelligence (Daring Dialogue) 12:22

3M ago12:22

12:22

In this episode of Daring Dialogue we're dissecting Apple's 2024 Worldwide Developer Conference. We'll explore their interesting take on AI, their rebranding strategy, and what it all means for Apple's future in artificial intelligence. Tune in to hear my thoughts on their software announcements, their integration of ChatGPT, and whether Apple's ap…

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The History of Victorian Fashion (Listen and Learn) 7:07

3M ago7:07

7:07

Today, we're stepping back in time to the glamorous world of Victorian fashion. Picture the bustling streets of 19th-century London, where fashion was more than just clothing—it was an art form and a social statement. We'll explore the luxurious designs of Charles Frederick Worth, the father of haute couture, and uncover the secrets behind the elab…

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The Necessity Driven Mindset (Daring Dialogue) 8:47

3M ago8:47

8:47

Today, we’re diving into something I recently discovered and think is pretty damn cool—the necessity-driven mindset. This concept has always been a part of my thinking, but I just learned its name! I used to think this was similar to the first principles mindset, where you break problems down to their basic components and ask lots of questions. But…

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An Unconventional Guide to Success | Catching Up with Nick Kittle, Founder of Sustainovation 30:53

3M ago30:53

30:53

Welcome back to An Unconventional Guide to Success! 🎙️ In this special short episode, we reconnect with the innovative Nick Kittle, founder of Sustainovation and the mastermind behind Beyond The Smoke Events, a unique BBQ team-building experience with Champion Pitmaster and Food Network Competitor Harry Soo. Nick shares updates on his recent ventur…

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The Daily Lives of Samurai (Listen and Learn) 8:14

3M ago8:14

8:14

Welcome to Listen and Learn! Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of the samurai. Picture yourself strolling through an ancient Japanese village at dawn, cherry blossoms gently falling around you. We’re going to explore the life of these legendary warriors—how they made their money, their strict code of honor, and the incredible skills th…

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The Mystery of Spontaneous Human Combustion (Listen and Learn) 11:25

3M ago11:25

11:25

Join me as we dive into one of the most mysterious and controversial topics ever reported: spontaneous human combustion. Imagine finding someone reduced to ashes with little to no damage to their surroundings. How could such a phenomenon occur? Is it rooted in science, myth, or something in between? In this episode, we explore the perplexing world …

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An Unconventional Guide to Success | Catching Up with Lawrese Brown, Author & Founder of C-Track 27:06

3M ago27:06

27:06

Welcome back to another episode of An Unconventional Guide to Success! 🎙️ In this special short episode, we reconnect with the insightful Lawrese Brown, author of I Don’t Have To Go To College: Discover Well Paying Jobs That Don’t Require a Four Year College Degree. Lawrese updates us on her journey since the book's release, sharing valuable lesson…

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Illuminating the Wonders of Lasers (Listen and Learn) 11:37

3M ago11:37

11:37

Hello, and welcome back to Listen and Learn. I'm your host, William, and today we're diving into the fascinating world of lasers. From the simple laser pointer to cutting-edge medical devices, we'll explore the science behind these brilliant beams and their diverse applications. Recently, I went down a rabbit hole learning about lasers, thanks to n…

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How AI Became My Creative and Business Partner (Daring Dialogue) 11:56

3M ago11:56

11:56

Today’s episode of Daring Dialogue is all about how I use AI as a creative and business partner. I often get asked how I engage with AI, and I’m excited to share my unique approach with you. Many people fear AI will take over jobs, but I see it as a partner that enhances creativity and productivity. In this episode, I’ll discuss the benefits of usi…

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An Unconventional Guide to Success | Catching Up with Cyndi Manuel from The Delta Principal 19:58

3M ago19:58

19:58

Welcome back to another episode of An Unconventional Guide to Success! 🎙️ In this special short episode, we reconnect with the inspiring Cyndi Manuel from The Delta Principal. Cyndi shares updates on her journey, reflecting on her recent achievements and challenges. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to our podcast, this episode offers valu…

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Epiphanies From the Bath Tub (Daring Dialogue) 6:01

4M ago6:01

6:01

Hey there, it’s William, and welcome back to Daring Dialogue! If you’ve been lost in our "Listen and Learn" episodes, let me remind you what we’re about here – this is my spot to share what’s on my mind, host some fascinating conversations, and dive into topics I love like science, AI, creativity, and pop culture. Today, I’m sharing a little epipha…

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The Legend of Stockholm's Ghost Train (Listen and Learn) 13:17

4M ago13:17

13:17

This week, we're exploring the urban legend of the Silver Arrow, a ghostly train said to haunt the Stockholm Metro. This shiny, unpainted train, known as the Silverpilen, has inspired tales of mysterious passengers and trips to abandoned stations where time stands still. The Silverpilen was real, operated by StorStockholm's Lokaltrafik, but its inf…

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Envisioning Social Media's Future (Listen and Learn) 13:45

4M ago13:45

13:45

In this episode of Listen and Learn, we'll dive into the fascinating evolution of social media. From its early days with platforms like Six Degrees and MySpace to today’s giants like Instagram and TikTok, we trace how social media has reshaped communication. But we're not just looking back—we're also exploring what’s next. Join me as we venture int…

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Decoding the Antikythera Mechanism (Listen and Learn) 13:10

4M ago13:10

13:10

On this episode of Listen and Learn, we go on a captivating exploration of one of history's most intriguing inventions—the Antikythera Mechanism. Dubbed the world's first analog computer, this ancient Greek device, discovered in a shipwreck off the tiny island of Antikythera, has fascinated scientists and historians alike. In this episode, we dive …

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Secrets and Spies: Uncovering the World of Espionage (Listen and Learn) 12:27

4M ago12:27

12:27

In this episode of "Listen and Learn," I dive into the fascinating world of espionage. I kick off by exploring the etymology of "espionage," linking it back to its French roots and discussing related terms like reconnaissance and surveillance. My curiosity piqued, I ponder whether my FBI neighbor might be a spy, shifting the conversation to a light…

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The Illuminating Science of Bioluminescence (Listen and Learn) 11:44

4M ago11:44

11:44

Dive into the glowing world of bioluminescence in this episode of "Listen and Learn" with your host, William. From the mysterious depths of the ocean to the backyard dance of fireflies, explore how and why organisms light up. William, guided by the insights of ChatGPT, uncovers the fascinating mechanisms behind nature's light shows and their surpri…

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K-Pop Craze: From Seoul to Global Phenomenon (Listen and Learn) 6:25

4M ago6:25

6:25

This episode of "Listen and Learn" tunes into the pulsating world of K-Pop. Discover how this vibrant genre started in South Korea and danced its way onto the global stage. From pioneering groups to current chart-toppers like BTS and Blackpink, learn about the milestones that catapulted K-Pop into international stardom. Perfect for music enthusiast…

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The Dangers of Conformity and the Power of "Daring" 18:58

5M ago18:58

18:58

The Dangers of Conformity and the Power of "Daring" In this episode of Daring Dialogue, we'r discussing the importance of breaking free from the mold of conformity to embrace daring and innovative thinking. We'll explore the concept of conformity as following socially accepted norms which often leads to groupthink and stagnation, especially in the …

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The Only Safe Place in the Time of AI 13:44

5M ago13:44

13:44

In today's episode of Daring Dialog, I'm diving into this pretty wild future where Artificial Intelligence, or AI, could be taking over most jobs. Yeah, it's a bit of a tough pill to swallow, especially with the job market being as dicey as it is. And sure, I'm all for the wonders AI can bring to humanity, but let's be real – the whole idea of job …

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Excited for AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) 9:30

6M ago9:30

9:30

In this episode of Daring Dialogue, I, William, dive into our evolving relationship with AI and AGI, challenging fears and highlighting the vast potential of these technologies. The negative portrayal of AI by the media is discussed, as well as AI's transformative capabilities in medicine, education, and beyond. By embracing AI with an open mind an…

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How to Build Your Personal Board of Directors 16:09

6M ago16:09

16:09

In the first episode of 'Daring Dialogue', I dive into the importance of having a personal board of directors for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of personal and professional growth. I share my journey from employment at Audigy to embarking on a solo venture with Daring Creative, highlighting the loneliness and challenges encountered. N…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP11: Cyndi Manuel 54:04

9M ago54:04

54:04

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Cyndi Manuel. She takes on her journey from working in HR within multiple industries to Change Management Professional and now founder of The Delta Principal, a small boutiqu…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP10: Dina Simon 58:35

9M ago58:35

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An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Dina Simon. She takes on her journey from beginning as an HR professional to Chief Of Staff & Executive Director of The Pay Equity Cabinet at the NYC Mayor's Office to Chief …

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP9: Micheal Abebe 56:44

10M ago56:44

56:44

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Micheal Abebe. He takes us on a journey through his path to success, from Ababa, Ethiopia, to becoming a civil engineer, to founding the group D.I.M.E. (Diversity and Inclusi…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP8: Mark Yegge 52:18

10M ago52:18

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An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Mark Yegge. He takes us on a journey through his path to success, from young stock broker, to entrepreneur, to wealth architect, mastermind group developer, and founder of Li…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP7: Alexandria Smith 55:12

10M ago55:12

55:12

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Alexandria Smith. She takes us on a journey through her path to success, from prospective Gordon Gekko, to Chief HR Officer of the City of Memphis, now to Head of Strategy an…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP6: Rob Harley 47:46

10M ago47:46

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An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Rob Harley. He takes us on a journey through his path to success, from young actor, to league champion basketball coach, to realtor, back to acting featuring on HBO's We Own …

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP5: Therese Zuercher 56:25

11M ago56:25

56:25

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Therese Zuercher. She takes us on a journey through her path to success, from HR to Business Management, Entrepreneurship, and retirement. Join us as we take a deep dive on h…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP4: Lawrese Brown 57:33

11M ago57:33

57:33

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Lawrese Brown, where she tells us about her book "I Don't Have To Go To College" and shares knowledge for the next generation on what to do if they don't want to follow the "…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP3: Paul Goudreault 56:01

11M ago56:01

56:01

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Paul Goudreault , where he tells us about his book Own Your Career - No One Else Will and shares several tidbits on how to navigate this unconventional path we are all on. Jo…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP2: AJ Amyx 50:41

12M ago50:41

50:41

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with AJ Amyx where he shares about his platform Social Glow, a platform to better connect coaches to their clients He also shares some insight on what it means to be "Authentic" a…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP1: Ron Cooke 55:50

12M ago55:50

55:50

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Ron Cooke and he shares his journey of how far he's come, from being a personal trainer thinking there was no other options for him to being a director of sales with a growth…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season 3 Ep 4: Gretchen Krampf 53:41

1y ago53:41

53:41

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Gretchen Krampf on how she got here. She was a front runner in executive leadership coaching and has been essential in growing it's place in industry. Join us as we take a de…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season 3 Ep 3: Katelyn Montgomery 54:30

1y ago54:30

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An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Katelyn Montgomery on how she got here. She is the president and CEO of Worldgate LLC as well as Scott's wife and business partner. Join us as we take a deep dive on her unco…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season 3 Ep 2: Ellen Fulton 51:32

1y ago51:32

51:32

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Ellen Fulton on how she got here. She went from a career in education to stay at home mom all the way to the top of executive coaching. She even trained our host Scott and ce…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season 3 Ep 1: Brian Chidester 50:16

1y ago50:16

50:16

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Brian Chidester on how he got here. Former soccer athlete turned marketing expert he shares some of his knowledge with us as well as letting us take a deep dive into his Unco…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season 2 Ep 4: LaToya Linzey 41:32

1y ago41:32

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An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. Special thanks to our guest LaToya Linzey. You can reach out to her here https://www.linkedin.com/in/latoya-linzey-msol-3a55a449/ You can also learn more about Colorado Public Radio here https://www.cpr.o…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season 2 Ep 3: Samie Guerin 39:16

1+ y ago39:16

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An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. Special thanks to our guest Samie Guerin. You can reach out to her here https://www.linkedin.com/in/samiesposato You can also see more of her work here https://www.samieguerin.com/ Reach out to Scott Mont…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season 2 Ep 2: Alex Chard 51:24

1+ y ago51:24

51:24

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. Special thank you to our guest Alex Chard. You can reach out to him here https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-chard-b27295a/ Also check out Public Sector Network https://publicsectornetwork.com/ As well as th…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success Season 2 Ep 1 Nick Kittle 48:17

1+ y ago48:17

48:17

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. Special thank you to our guest Nick Kittle. You can reach out to him via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kittlent Also check out his website to learn more https://www.sustainovation.us/ Reach out to …

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An Unconventional Guide To Success EP.13: Worldgate Way & Culture 21:54

1+ y ago21:54

21:54

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In our first season we are taking a deep dive into Scott Montgomery’s recently published book How Did You Get Here? Each episode will focus on a chapter of the book while Scott and Linda discuss their opi…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success EP.12: Leadership pt.2 16:06

1+ y ago16:06

16:06

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In our first season we are taking a deep dive into Scott Montgomery’s recently published book How Did You Get Here? Each episode will focus on a chapter of the book while Scott and Linda discuss their opi…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success EP.11: Leadership pt.1 15:47

1+ y ago15:47

15:47

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In our first season we are taking a deep dive into Scott Montgomery’s recently published book How Did You Get Here? Each episode will focus on a chapter of the book while Scott and Linda discuss their opi…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success EP.10: Communication pt.2 18:54

1+ y ago18:54

18:54

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In our first season we are taking a deep dive into Scott Montgomery’s recently published book How Did You Get Here? Each episode will focus on a chapter of the book while Scott and Linda discuss their opi…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success EP.9: Communication pt.1 18:43

1+ y ago18:43

18:43

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In our first season we are taking a deep dive into Scott Montgomery’s recently published book How Did You Get Here? Each episode will focus on a chapter of the book while Scott and Linda discuss their opi…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success EP.8: Self Care pt.2 16:23

1+ y ago16:23

16:23

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In our first season we are taking a deep dive into Scott Montgomery’s recently published book How Did You Get Here? Each episode will focus on a chapter of the book while Scott and Linda discuss their opi…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success EP.7: Self Care pt.1 14:17

1+ y ago14:17

14:17

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In our first season we are taking a deep dive into Scott Montgomery’s recently published book How Did You Get Here? Each episode will focus on a chapter of the book while Scott and Linda discuss their opi…

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An Unconventional Guide To Success EP.6: Goals 20:01

1+ y ago20:01

20:01

An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In our first season we are taking a deep dive into Scott Montgomery’s recently published book How Did You Get Here? Each episode will focus on a chapter of the book while Scott and Linda discuss their opi…

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