Best Bumba Podcasts (2024)

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The Bumba Brothers: Adonai & Peace. Keep the Main Thing the Main Thing and Make Some Shake. 48:26

3h ago48:26

48:26

These two absolute shining stars taught me a lot. When they left Kitchen Table Studios, I was in a better mood than when we started. Wise beyond their years, these brothers should be so proud of their accomplishments. I'm excited to see them soar in the upcoming years. Listen as these Urbana brothers explain their parent's journey from the African …

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Trailor Swift 2:02:14

14m ago2:02:14

2:02:14

(12:55) Project 2025 (37:00) RIP Sonya Massey (49:35) The Longest Twerk? (52:20) Armie Hammer is nasty. (1:14:35) JoJo Siwa? (1:21:50) Missy Elliott played in SPACE (1:28:55) Jayda Wayda commercial dropped. (1:33:30) Why Schoolboy Q's concert got cancelled. (1:52:00) Is Nara Smith wrong? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Hug Felt Around The World 1:46:01

12m ago1:46:01

1:46:01

(10:30) DT got shot (30:10) Amber Maga Rose (42:00) The Hug Felt Around The World (51:45) Serena Williams hosted the ESPYs (59:00) Ronaz Tweets (1:08:10) Randy’s is coming back (1:09:40) Complex’s Top 25 in Hip-Hop Media list (1:34:25) A Question was sent in… (1:39:00) Stormzy and Maya Jama broke up for good (1:44:00) School Boy Q concert cancelled…

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Kaitlyn Cornell. Fat Chance and Weight-Loss Drug Talk. 1:00:50

8d ago1:00:50

1:00:50

Disordered eating and eating disorders have changed in terms of language, scope and target demographic. What used to be a common topic in library books and after school specials is now talked about less as other mental health topics take center stage. However, more than ever with social media, weight loss drugs and misinformation, disordered eating…

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Girthday 1:49:28

3d ago1:49:28

1:49:28

06:15 Hurricane Beryl Relief info 11:15 Kendrick “Not Like Us” Video Review 51:55 Kai Cenat and Mr. Beast 1:01:10 Mooseknuckle Mondays 1:07:25 Zeus’ new talk show 1:14:45 Azealia Banks is getting evicted 1:21:20 Catastrophic Bowel Movements 1:30:00 Understanding within relationships / Girl & Guy Camps Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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Austin Beaty. Fishing Over Hunting Philosophy and the GOAT of Quote. 49:50

5d ago49:50

49:50

Insurance is supposed to be dry. Not a lot of flair, color and charisma involved. Austin bucks that stereotype. His education in communications and creative outlets bring a fresh perspective to the industry, and sales, in general. Listen as this Southern Illinois boy meets even more southern girl and builds a family and a business here in C-U. By d…

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She Got Him 1:31:52

10d ago1:31:52

1:31:52

2024 BET Awards Recap Usher Tribute: https://x.com/jose3030/status/1807613422269341747 Usher Speech: https://x.com/GoldenSoulInc/status/1807750053789929577 Childish Gambino https://x.com/big_business_/status/1807589252173066643 Angela Simmons: https://x.com/BeanzGotGamez/status/1807591653714096355 Jordan Howlett gets mistaken as Keith Lee : https:/…

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Andrew & Emily Harrington. We’ve Run Out of Content and What’s the One Thing We Don’t Know About Each Other. 1:02:38

12d ago1:02:38

1:02:38

This pod is an oldie but a goodie. We pushed this episode back to release the Boston ep for timeliness reasons. When we have nothing left to talk about, we play a game. Art imitating life. We do this sometimes when walking or waiting impatiently for something. Listen as my husband and "Tales From Two Townies" segment star talk "bringing the funk, u…

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The Pop Out ft. Majah Hype 2:08:21

18d ago2:08:21

2:08:21

(01:10) Is Guyana Caribbean? (21:55) Future of Caribbean Comedy (49:45) Kendrick Lamar Concert (1:20:30) The “Drake hasn’t done anything for the city” has to stop (1:36:00) charlamange tha god vs. tyla (1:49:05) Johnathon Majors accepts award (1:52:00) Sexy Redd Vodka commercial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Jennifer Shelby. Finding Love at a Tailgate and Bringing Hollywood to Central Illinois. 59:21

19d ago59:21

59:21

Another That's What She Said cohort visits Kitchen Table Studios. She is smart, powerful, commanding and confident in her abilities and talents. Jen is no stranger to business, grief and going after what she wants. Listen as this Arizona born, Champaign raised, fixture in our community shares her opinion of our little-big community, her love of ani…

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Hyracial 2:03:29

1M ago2:03:29

2:03:29

(00:30) Justin Timberlake's DUI (14:00) World's Top 10 Sex Playlist (34:25) Men 18-26 going to war?!? (43:40) Rihanna vs Beyonce (1:10:55) Dick & Dash??? (1:31:00) Kai Cenat & North West (1:45:00) Complex's 20 funniest people on the Internet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Connor Block. Breeding the Horse and Falling off the Bull. 34:17

26d ago34:17

34:17

Unfiltered. He warned me. This sweet guy isn't afraid to speak his mind, speak the truth and raise a little hell once in a while. Please excuse the MIC sounds, we did our best with the remote location. Listen as this proud Villa Grove born-and-raised seasonal farmer, horseman and new business owner talks about his family farm, "Team Block," assisti…

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Grass Fed Misogyny 1:57:14

1M ago1:57:14

1:57:14

(12:40) Deepest Situationships (23:40) The violation of Meg Thee Stallion (38:00) Is that a man crush? (1:09:00) What is a provider? (1:19:40) Naked Bike Ride Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Bridgett Evenson-Laird. Big Changes Cause Big Breakdowns and Taking off the Mask. 57:06

1M ago57:06

57:06

Authentic, sweet, vulnerable and warm. She is everything you'd want in a teacher, her first vocation. She is everything you'd want in a realtor, her career now. Listen as this townie talks about switching careers, her ultimate purpose of helping people, building the life that you want, low level anxiety and spells of sadness turning into debilitati…

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That's Piece ft. Oh Bumba Rossclaat 2:04:28

1M ago2:04:28

2:04:28

(17:50) Wah Gwan Delilah lyric breakdown (52:10) Dad hollers at his daughter??? (1:01:10) Are we done with Kanye? (1:25:50) Bia vs. Cardi B (1:39:00) Who's your "hear me out"? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Patrick Stokes. A Different Kind of Interview and Seán’s Fight Against Tragedy. 24:09

1M ago24:09

24:09

Because of sound quality and the irreplaceable connection that comes with face-to-face interviews, I avoid Zoom and phone interviews at all costs. However, if something or someone’s message trumps those variables, I make an exception. That’s the case for Patrick Stokes and his son, Seán. Listen to a recall of May 17, 2024 when Patrick got a call no…

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Green Pill 1:47:24

2M ago1:47:24

1:47:24

(07:45) Apple’s Top 100 Albums of all time???? (32:25) What was your high school incident? (1:05:55) The algorithm DIVIDES (1:17:50) Lizzo vs South Park Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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SoeYun Song. Using Humor to Heal and Toxic Positivity. 1:09:46

2M ago1:09:46

1:09:46

I met SoeYun during the 2024 That's What She Said (TWSS) rehearsals. She was well spoken and full of good advice and thoughtful observations. Then came the humor. Her storytelling was second-to-none, sandwiched with takeaways and pearls of wisdom. Listen as this now midwesterner explains how she went from Seoul, Korea to the tiny town of Tolono! Sh…

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Last Week In The Ghetto 1:57:55

2M ago1:57:55

1:57:55

(14:30) Parental Training (23:30) Diddy smh (TW/abuse) (43:45) Terrence Howard is a genius? (58:00) Japan wants Black men (1:08:35) Top 10 Hip hop songs of the streaming era Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Emily Donohoe. Back Breaking Work and Done at One. 1:17:17

2M ago1:17:17

1:17:17

I met Emily D. when I was an eager mom who has since peaked at parenthood. Sign up for all the things. Take all the notes. Fill up the calendar. She was president of our pre-k board and patient with my onslaught of questions. At this time, Emily was laid up and recovering from one of MANY surgeries to repair and reconstruct the bones that keep fail…

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Call HR 2:05:21

2M ago2:05:21

2:05:21

(06:05) Toronto's WNBA team needs a name (35:35) Celina Powell & Clay reveal? (54:25) 122 bodies in 2 weeks!? (1:18:00) Why do people glow up? (1:52:00) What's your rizz? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Grace (Khachaturian) Hurtubise. It's OK and Finding Peace in Unexpected Places. 1:09:50

2M ago1:09:50

1:09:50

What a pleasure it was to sit across from a professional in communications. I had a lot more in common than I expected with this old soul, wise-beyond-her-years, grounded girl. Listen as this Champaign native talks purity before marriage, leaving the popular ciLiving local lifestyle show, maintaining uncompromisable roots while being flexible enoug…

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Booticritis ft. Gabe 2:02:46

2M ago2:02:46

2:02:46

(05:10) Euphoria (20:50) Biggest Mistakes (1:06:45) Favourite Tracks (1:23:25) Canada, STAND UP (1:39:35) Martin Luther Kendrick Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Nicole Morgan. Prison Break and the Lead Tree in Peter Pan. 1:08:06

2M ago1:08:06

1:08:06

Big personality. Red hair. Red lip. Huge heart. Her life ballooned beyond blue collar expectations into a higher education in performance. A built-in family and a special needs child lead her to a life of nurturing, advocating and creating a new normal. Listen to this Pontiac, Illinois transplant talk operatic music, singing as a learned skill, big…

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Brett Shaw. Addicted to Feeling Good and Vibe Setter. 1:04:54

2M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Electric. Energetic. Magnetic. He doesn't even drink caffeine anymore. He is high on life. Brett feeds off people, hard work, momentum and passion. New to his schedule and routine, is the hard-to-achieve concept of BALANCE. This is the only podcast I didn't have to edit and the only podcast guest that brought a professional videographer/photographe…

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Nicole Allen. Cold Calling and It's Not Always Black and White. 45:28

3M ago45:28

45:28

A farming family gave Nicole the foundation for a degree in agriculture, a husband in agriculture and a first job in agriculture. Two kids later, Nicole has traded in corn and soybeans for color analysis. This home-run business has kept her calendar full beyond her wildest expectations. Listen to this Ursa native, a town of 600 people, talk small t…

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We Kept The Files ft. Em 2:19:36

3M ago2:19:36

2:19:36

(03:45) Drake's Push Up review (27:15) Tyler not top 10?? (47:40) Rozay responds (1:11:35) These AI covers going crazy (1:35:40) Coachella was actually dope (1:49:40) Extra Gravy South Africa??? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Andrew & Emily Harrington. The Boston Massacre and Andrew the Male Nurse. 1:11:44

3M ago1:11:44

1:11:44

My husband, Andrew Harrington, and I podcast from our Boston hotel room. Our third guest, the hotel housekeeper, makes multiple off-MIC cameos. We are in Massachusetts in an effort to follow the Illini Basketball Team through March Madness. This obsession (of Andrews) leads to an achilleas injury from overuse of the gas pedal during these 14-hour u…

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In The Middle 2:18:58

3M ago2:18:58

2:18:58

(08:15) Dissecting Kenny (24:00) Cole Apologized?? (52:15) Is Jerrod Carmichael ok fam?? (1:00:30) Do you prioritize yourself? (1:42:40) Kai Cenat in Jamaica (1:58:00) Kendrick vs Drake/Prince vs MJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Airiel Sadler. Reasons to Celebrate Get Taken Away and the Importance of Fresh Shoes. 58:41

4M ago58:41

58:41

I had the pleasure of meeting weekly with Airiel Sadler during the 2024 rehearsals of That's What She Said. She was shy, then sweet, then vulnerable, then funny then articulate. Each time I listened to her speak, her words became more dynamic and more meaningful. She got 7 minutes on stage. Here is the full story of her glorious mess. Listen as thi…

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Maxxx ft. O-T Fagbenle 1:11:29

3M ago1:11:29

1:11:29

We got the opportunity to sit with Emmy nominated actor, O-T Fagbenle, star of Maxxx and discuss everything! His time playing Obama alongside Viola Davis, being a Marvel character, Handmaid's Tale and who he thinks will win; Kendrick or Drake? Check it out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Rachel Lindemann. I've Been Told I Register Young and Slashers. 1:04:58

3M ago1:04:58

1:04:58

It's not easy to follow your dream, to start something from scratch, to hustle and practice and hone your craft in the hopes that you are talented enough, or lucky enough, to one day be discovered for the gifts that you have to share. Listen as this local talks about her background in dance. This background would create a craving for the stage. She…

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That's Hate 2:10:33

4M ago2:10:33

2:10:33

(05:15) Kendrick's verse (31:00) Who needs to respond and when? (58:15) The Tyla debate (1:08:20) Toronto Psychic predicts Diddy's downfall (1:37:45) Past Lives?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Wes Hanner. The Modern-Day Ice Cream Man and a Need for Redemption. 49:37

4M ago49:37

49:37

How did this once cubicle dwelling-ad salesman turn into the modern-day ice cream man? Listen as this local talks about his college days: the good, the bad and the ugly, how these days led to a need to prove himself, how my own good, bad and ugly days overlap with his, his full circle return to his fraternity house as a mentor to the younger guys, …

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Fit and Fresh 1:33:52

4M ago1:33:52

1:33:52

(16:00) Fit and Fresh (31:10) Lil Mama & 9/13 (34:55) Karruache doing Meet n Feets? (47:50) Vybez will be free (1:06:45) Whose responsibility are triggers? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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DeAngelo Newson with Wife Stef. Love at First Bite With the Meat Man and High Expectations Lead to Heated Conversations. 1:04:05

4M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

This professionally trained chef, with wife Stef, fell in love with cooking food when he saw his cousin's face light up while eating his first solo dish. This passion won out over his second love, basketball, and would lead him to the pursuit of higher education at Le Cordon Bleu in Atlanta. This militant environment would widdle a thousand student…

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Same Same But Different ft. DJ Revy B 2:15:24

4M ago2:15:24

2:15:24

(04:00) Kai Cenat in Nigeria (40:00) Would you get cosmetic surgery? (1:09:10) Lebron a wild boy (1:28:30) Relationship & Reality Shows (1:52:25) Hard to make friends as an adult Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Anthony Corapi. Under a Microscope and Growing up in a World Where Everything’s Permissible but Nothing’s Forgivable. 1:05:52

4M ago1:05:52

1:05:52

This retiree of the US Navy, changed his course entirely at the height of his military career. Move up or move out. He didn't opt for travel and noon naps, rather he chose steering a ship full of high school students. Listen as this Brooklyn-born New Yorker talks about meeting the woman that will get him to Heaven, being the Chief Operating Officer…

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Uh Oh 2:11:01

4M ago2:11:01

2:11:01

(04:15) Norm almost got robbed in LA (27:15) Katt Williams on Rogan (35:50) Metro Boomin did WHAT?! (52:00) Love Is Blind: Toronto soon come (1:47:45) Neil Degrasse-Tyson VS Amber Rose Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ryann Monahan. When are You Finally Considered a Townie and Rewriting the Script of Your Life. 1:09:30

5M ago1:09:30

1:09:30

Once upon a time at a local baby pool, a talkative, pretty, friendly mom with a 100-watt smile struck up a conversation with me. Almost a decade later, this mom and I would end up living in parallel orbits as our sons traveled through summers, sports and school together. Listen as this Chicago suburbanite talks about her life raising three boys int…

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Manifest Ting ft. Honey Bxby 1:34:25

5M ago1:34:25

1:34:25

(07:30) Losing your first fight? (30:00) Drake makes it hard to be a fan. (40:05) Stripper rules of engagement (1:00:40) Her shit dont stink?! (1:13:10) Hanna Montana is underrated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ryan Groff. The Music Man and Modern Drugs. 53:46

5M ago53:46

53:46

I finally meet the multi-talented, teacher, musician, YMCA Body Attack King and hair God, Ryan Groff. Ryan has been on my potential list since the beginning of the podcast as a male "gotta" interview. Listen as this Southern Illinoisan talks about his crossover from jock to rock, teaching all musical abilities through tons of instruments over 60 le…

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Negus Room ft. Negus Imara 2:10:19

5M ago2:10:19

2:10:19

(27:35) Tennis is blind porn (35:50) Just look at her likes! (58:30) MEGAN FOX??! (1:08:15) Rachel Dolezal's Onlyfans (1:37:00) A lot of straight guys are gay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Steve Friend With Wife Megan. Pay to Play and the Creative Athlete. 52:29

5M ago52:29

52:29

I catch up with a current LA (former Urbana) couple while they visited family during the holidays. A sweet email from Steve's biggest cheerleader, wife Megan, brought the potential interview to my attention and ultimately my kitchen table. Listen as Steve talks about his former professional life in baseball, the current state of the sport, starting…

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Big As The WHAT?! ft. Hassan Phills 2:03:07

5M ago2:03:07

2:03:07

(26:15) Super Bowl recap (35:45) Alicia played with Warren Buffet and Bill Gates (45:50) Usher's Performance (53:45) Beyonce also had a good Super Bowl (1:28:30) Track & Field Tales Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Andrew & Emily Harrington. Hawaii 4-0 and Calls from School. 50:10

5M ago50:10

50:10

My husband, Andrew Harrington, and I podcast from our honeymoon spot 13 years and a lot more literal baggage later. In Maui we touch on a WIDE range of topics and Andrew tries not to mock my voice. Listen as these two townies talk about renovation PTSD, frozen poo in a bucket, our son calling incessantly from school, young love, my previous work bu…

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Dick Tracy 1:48:42

5M ago1:48:42

1:48:42

(04:05) Drake's meat watchers?? (16:30) GRAMMYS review (58:05) We Are the World Documentary (1:13:00) What a week for Meg (1:21:50) Latto dissing the girls?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Dan Hudson. "I am Not in a Cult" and Returning to the Farm. 1:15:49

6M ago1:15:49

1:15:49

I've met a lot of new people while building the podcast. This interviewee was one of the most approachable and friendly guests I've met. What used to get him in trouble, his "life-of-the-party" way of life, has now turned him into a successful event coordinator and venue owner. Listen as this Urbana boy and former college football player becomes an…

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Vultron Pum Pum 2:08:16

6M ago2:08:16

2:08:16

02:00 Content creation gems. 21:40 NICKI VS. MEG 1:00:15 Do men want natural or BBL? 1:21:05 Is Taylor bigger than Beyonce? 1:44:50 The best pussy list? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Kerry Rossow & Jenette Jurczyk. Saying the Thing You Think but Don’t Want to Say and Relinquishing Control to Someone Else. 1:06:42

6M ago1:06:42

1:06:42

I’ve had the privilege of working with and interacting with these two Champaign powerhouses during my That’s What She Said (TWSS) production prep. Kerry and Jenette are friends, colleagues and a perfect blend of business, theater, dreams and realistic goals. Listen as this duo explains the evolution of the popular, annual production of TWSS. With a…

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