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Anyone can churn anything. Each week, learn how to churn something new and novel, from credit card & bank bonuses to churning FIRE, cellphones, award programs, travel hacks, even cars. Decades of churning experience packed into short, easy-to-follow episodes you can use right now to live a more financially independent life.
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Polly A Bauer

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We're here to provide you a safe, comfortable place to ask credit card related questions, share your stories good and bad, and learn that cleaning up, eliminating or just managing credit card debt is attainable. We want to instill in you the self-confidence you need so you too can have credit intelligence, leading to an inner peace and freedom.
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NerdWallet’s objective finance journalists answer real-world questions empowering you to make smarter decisions with your money and help your finances thrive. The Nerds are your resource to make the most of your personal finances, while cutting through the clutter and misinformation of today’s economic news and advice. You’ll get clarity on strategies to help you build your wealth, invest wisely, shop for financial products, and plan for major life events. By the end of each episode, you’ll ...
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Point Me to First Class is a show for employed professionals, solopreneurs, entrepreneurs, and business owners with higher-than-average personal and/or business expenses who want to learn to leverage them into credit card points to spend on travel. Your expenses are your greatest untapped asset - but learning how to use them to travel the world doesn’t have to be confusing or complicated. Each week, Devon Gimbel shares valuable tips, tools, and strategies to help you uplevel your skills earn ...
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Listen to learn more about different aspects of the churning life, including buying groups, gift card reselling, credit cards, redemptions, and more! Feel free to head over to churninglife.com to sign up to the deal alerts mailing list and Patreon.com/ChurningLife for exclusive details related to topics on the show.
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Points Talk with the Travel Mom Squad

Travel Mom Squad: Travel on Credit Card Points

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Are you tired of not being able to travel because it's just so expensive? Do finances keep you from your dream destinations and making memories with your family? In this podcast, we show you how you can fulfill that dream of traveling without spending more money. We've earned millions of credit card points to travel all over the world and take our families on amazing vacations. Vacations to Hawaii, Europe, and Disneyland are all possible for nearly free with credit card points and miles. By ...
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'Shop Talk' Podcast has gotten an SEO and branding facelift! Hosted by Al Grego (host of the award-winning ‘Yes, We Are Open’ podcast), this monthly show is packed with great advice, stories, trends and thoughtful data analysis to help you grow your business. So you need to subscribe now! Why? Because it's 'Just Good Business'!
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Cash Cuties

Fumi Abe & Steffie Baik

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A "super personal" finance podcast where each week, Comedian Fumi Abe and Steffie Baik analyze their friends' credit card statements and judge their spending habits - with love
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FICO® Score Industry Insights covers the intricacies, evolution, and developments across credit scoring, lending, economic inclusion, financial literacy and, as matters emerge in this fast-paced environment, a host of other relevant topics.
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Military Miler

Military Travel Rewards

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Welcome to the Military Miler—a show dedicated to helping military members and their families travel the world for free using points and miles! From annual fee waivers on premium credit cards to free nights and free flights, we talk about all the tips, tricks, and best kept secrets in credit card rewards. Learn how you and your family can travel more often and more comfortably thanks to points and miles—and save thousands of dollars! This show is brought to you by www.militarytravelrewards.c ...
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Do you struggle to understand how people travel using points and miles from credit cards? It can be easy to waste a lot of time learning travel hacking on your own, especially if you find it complex and confusing. Let us pull back the curtain and show you how you can maximize money you're already spending to earn enough credit card points and miles to travel with your family for nearly free. We've used credit card points and miles to take our family of 5 on trips to places like Costa Rica, S ...
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A podcast dedicated to discussing consumer and household debt and strategies and ways of dealing with uncontrolled or problematic debt. Featuring debt experts with decades of experience in helping Canadians recover from the burden of debt.
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Let's Get To The Points

Mitch Shannon, Serena, Miguel, Nicole

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Watch the video version on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@LetsGetToThePoints A weekly video podcast covering all things in credit card points, miles and travel. New shows every Friday. Visit our website at www.letsgettothepoints.com Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/letsgettothepoints/support
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Travel isn’t just for the rich. I teach people how to supercharge their credit card points so they can pay for entire family vacations every year. I've been redeeming miles and points to pay for travel for over a decade. Points have taken our family around the world. But one thing sets me apart -- our family flies economy because business class isn't worth the extra effort for us. But this podcast isn't about me and where I've been -- it's about you and your goals. I focus on "normal" and st ...
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***TOP 1% MONEY & FINANCIAL SUPPORT PODCAST*** Do you make good money but have nothing to show for it? Tired of using your bank account & credit card balances as your budget? Want to get debt-free but don’t want to sacrifice everything to do it? Ready to save money and build generational wealth? You’re in the right place! We’re telling you exactly how to budget, pay off debt, save money & stop living paycheck to paycheck. We’re Shana & Vanessa: BFFs, business partners & Dave Ramsey Solutions ...
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The Military Money Manual Podcast

Spencer Reese from MilitaryMoneyManual.com

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Military Money Manual Podcast is all about financial freedom while you serve in the US military. Learn more about military travel hacking and credit card annual fee waivers exclusively for active duty, Guard, Reserve, and military spouses in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 Find Spencer's book, The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or shop.militarymoneymanual.com Credit cards, travel hacking, investing in the TSP, ...
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If you love traveling and want to improve your finances, The Thought Card offers practical tips on budgeting, saving, paying off debt, and building wealth so you can travel more often. Every other week, join Danielle Desir Corbett as she shares creative ways to achieve financial independence and freedom while living life on your own terms. Discover new travel destinations and lesser-known travel hacks to save time and money. Plus, learn practical tips for earning and redeeming credit card po ...
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Award Travel 101

Award Travel 101 Team

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Welcome to the Award Travel 101 Podcast! Founded in 2013 with just 20 members, the Award Travel 101 Facebook group teaches members how to travel the world using points and miles. Today, a community of over 100,000+ people from around the world share, teach and learn how to travel anywhere on any budget. Where are you going with Award Travel?
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The claim we all swallow 5.5 grams of microplastic each week – the same as the weight of a credit card – has been repeated by charities, newspapers and the World Economic Forum. But when you understand how this number was calculated, and the range of possible answers for the amount of plastic you eat, you might not want to repeat it yourself. Profe…
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Our show is best experienced on YouTube, watch it there, now: https://youtu.be/ivHMNFOa7EU RSVP for our meetup: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/lgttpmeetup Click "more" to see Ad Disclosure. CREDIT CARD LINKS: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=lgttp Sign up for our newsletter: https://letsgettothepoints.com/subscribe/ Website: https://www.…
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Snag Our Signature Budget Template! In this episode, we’re hanging out with Jess, a dedicated dietitian with a big financial goal—saving her first $10,000! We’re diving deep into practical steps to take control of your finances and make that first major milestone a reality. Whether you're trying to break free from the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle or …
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Send us a Text Message. Why stop with paying off credit cards continue with other debt. Doing all the work to get to this point why stop just continue with other debt. Article Link: None Support the Show. Please support the show by subscribing, can cancel at any time. Thanks for the support. Subscription page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/961804/supp…
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Discover strategies for achieving early retirement with the FIRE movement and learn how to maximize your credit card rewards. How much do you have to save if you want to retire early? Can you double your credit card rewards by paying off one card with another? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss the FIRE movement and maximizing credit car…
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Do you need a profitable business to apply for business credit cards? If your P2 has been repeatedly rejected for new card applications, how do you get them accepted? In this listener Q&A episode, we dive into a variety of topics related to optimizing your credit card strategy, whether you're just getting started in the points and miles game or loo…
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Cardpointers MaxRewards Travel Freely Rocket Money Max My Point Point.me PointsYeah.com Ever felt overwhelmed by the world of credit card points and miles? Me too! It can be A LOT. Fortunately we've found some apps to help us manage this hobby and they've really made it super easy. This episode is all about getting yourself organized in the world o…
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Send us a Text Message. What is tracking for personal finance and how is it done to help with spending problems. Article Link: https://bethebudget.com/reasons-to-track-your-expenses/ By Zach Buchenau Support the Show. Please support the show by subscribing, can cancel at any time. Thanks for the support. Subscription page: https://www.buzzsprout.co…
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Meetups are one of our favorite aspects of this hobby which allow us to interact in person with those who share our same passion/obsession. Angie and Mike are fresh off the latest Award Travel 101 meetup in Seattle where they interreacted with almost 50 other members of the community. They detail the experiences of the weekend and reiterate the ben…
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Learn how to make compassionate, informed decisions for your pet's end-of-life care, balancing costs, emotions, and love. How can you plan for end of life care for your pet? Hosts Sean Pyles and Ronita Choudhuri-Wade discuss the emotional and financial challenges of pet end-of-life care and the importance of early decision-making to help you unders…
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Welcome to the Canadian province of Saskatchewan! Explore Indigenous art, visit the home of Canada’s longest-running archaeological dig, savor a delicious meal foraged from the prairies at the Han Wi Moon Dinner, and step back in time to learn about the 19th-century Métis community that built and defended their home along the South Saskatchewan Riv…
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Snag Our Signature Budget Template! Hey Budget Besties! 💸 In this episode, we're sharing some of the most inspiring breakthroughs from our recent coaching sessions with clients who run their own businesses. From realizing hidden income to creating clear, actionable plans for debt payoff and business growth, these stories are packed with lessons on …
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Learn why experts criticize the “no tax on tips” policy and what it could mean for non-tipped workers if tips become tax-free. Why are some experts criticizing the proposed “no tax on tips” policy? Could it really benefit tipped workers as intended? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski discuss the nuances of the “no tax on tips” proposals from presid…
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Main website, including episode transcripts: https://hurdygurdytravelpodcast.comReferral links: https://hurdygurdytravel.com/donate-referral-links/Join me for in-person meetups I host in Willow Grove, PA: https://www.meetup.com/phillymilesandpoints/SubscribeStar: https://www.subscribestar.com/hurdy-gurdy-travelSoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/hur…
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Welcome back to another episode where we dive into the fantastic possibilities of points and miles! Recently, one of our favorite cards introduced a welcome offer of 120,000 points! We thought it'd be fun and incredibly useful to share how we each would plan a trip using those points. Whether you're looking to learn about maximizing point value or …
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Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 **GIVEAWAY: ENDS 9/7/24! Details: We are raffling off ONE $50 gift card of your choosing (must be able to be sent via email). Ideas: Starbucks, Target, Southwest, Walmart, you name it. FOR A CHANCE TO WIN: Leave us a review on itunes, screenshot your review and email it to us at travelpartyof5@gmail.com. That'…
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Snag Our Signature Budget Template! Budget Besties, raise your hand if summer made your money disappear like a magic trick! 🎩💸 We are here to help you wave goodbye to those summer budget blues and say hello to a fresh, fall routine. In this episode, we’re diving into a post-summer financial reset. From doing a summer audit to setting up your fall b…
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Does a simple Bogleheads style of investing work for military families? YES! The Bogleheads are followers of the philosophy of Vanguard founder John C. "Jack" Bogle. Live below your means Develop a workable plan Never bear too much or too little risk Invest early and often Diversify Invest with simplicity Use index funds when possible Keep Costs Lo…
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Learn how you could save money by caring less about what other people think and how to weigh the pros and cons of a job offer. How can you save money by not caring about others' opinions? How does commute time factor into whether you should take an in-person job? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss freeing yourself from the pressures of socia…
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Kelly, the Points and Miles Doc, is a returning guest on the podcast, and she has a wealth of knowledge to share on the Capital One transferable points currency. I recently started focusing on Capital One in my own points strategy, so we have a ton to discuss. Tune in this week to learn everything you need to know about the world of Capital One. We…
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The Amex Platinum card comes with $1,500 in benefits and credits - but only if you know how to use them. Use our FREE PDF "Maximize Your Amex Platinum Guide" exclusively for military members and spouses to make sure you get every benefit and every credit: www.militarytravelrewards.com/guide Join our email list for show notes and late-breaking news!…
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Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today I’m going to cover perks and benefits that belong to some of my favorite cards, including a new DoorDash benefit, how to use your points to book experiences like Broadway shows, and a great way to maximize your online shopping. Next week I’m excited to share success stories…
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Send us a Text Message. Wondering of paying off mortgage is the correct action to take. It depends on where in life a person is and reasons why to pay off mortgage. Article Link: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/mortgages/pay-off-mortgage Support the Show. Please support the show by subscribing, can cancel at any time. Thanks for the support. Sub…
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Recent reports claimed the average global mark-up, the difference between the price of production and the price that product is sold for, rose from 7% in 1980 to 59% by 2020. So is this true? Are some companies choosing to charge us more than ever for their products? We investigate the accuracy of these claims, and which companies are responsible w…
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As part of our "Meet The Mods" series Mike talks with April about her background, travel style and of course love of Hyatt. They also discuss the nuances of being native New Yorkers where it's seemingly required to vacation in Florida nearly every year. Further discussion ensues about important credos such as " book early, book often" and "the phon…
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Our show is best experienced on YouTube, watch it there, now: https://youtu.be/DdAQ7qwB54I Check out Part 1 of our Beginner's Guide video. https://youtu.be/ruty9sbhM1M Click "more" to see Ad Disclosure. RSVP for our meetup: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/lgttpmeetup Sign up for Award Email Notification from Straight To The Points https://straighttot…
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Snag Our Signature Budget Template! Listen in on our conversation with our friend Marina Tolentino from The Work Like A Mother Podcast. Highlights: Shana and Vanessa share their podcasting journey, from starting on a whim to getting serious about consistent content creation. Insight into their strategy of recording and publishing three episodes a w…
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I spoke with Logan from Aligned Incentives on how he went from a casual churner to co-founder of a multi-million dollar gift card reselling business. What's that like, and how does it happen? Can anyone do it? We cover everything, from the origins of his company to how he found his co-founders, to the value of local meetup groups and seminars, his …
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Learn how to financially prepare for the costs of pet emergencies with firsthand experiences from pet owners and experts. How much does emergency pet care cost? How much should you budget for unexpected pet expenses? Hosts Sean Pyles and Ronita Choudhuri-Wade discuss the unpredictable nature of pet emergencies and the importance of financial readin…
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I often see articles promising to share the most affordable travel destinations within the U.S. As I start reading, I shake my head — no, no, no. They’ve got it all wrong! Here are my top picks for budget-friendly vacations in the U.S. that offer rich experiences and thrilling adventures without draining your wallet. What are your favorite budget-f…
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Episode 39: Show Notes Are you bored of the usual tourist travel tropes and looking for more? Have you ever wondered how to turn a simple trip into an unforgettable adventure? In this episode, we dive into the art of ‘sightDOING’ with travel expert Becky Pokora, who transforms ordinary travel experiences into extraordinary, hands-on journeys. Becky…
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Snag Our Signature Budget Template! Episode Summary: Budget besties, we just dug up some mind-blowing stats that underline why it’s so crucial to take control of your money. While these numbers are definitely eye-opening (not to say gut-wrenching), they confirm what we already knew—money stress is real, but it doesn’t have to be. We’re diving into …
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Click MORE to see Ad disclosures Welcome to Points for Normal People! Today I’m going to be answering your questions about season one of Points for Normal People. We’ll cover flights, hotels, benefits, and more! I’m so thankful that you’ve been on this journey with me and I know that your questions will be helpful for others, too! ACTION STEPS: If …
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Learn budgeting tips and money-saving hacks for back-to-school shopping to avoid debt and make the most of sales and discounts. What are the best ways to save on back-to-school shopping? How much do people usually spend on school supplies? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski dive into the latest NerdWallet survey results on back-to-school shopping, …
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Join us today as we dive into how young adults can kick off their journey with points and miles! We’re super excited to have Jess's stepdaughter, Ella, here to chat about her own experiences. Whether you're just starting out yourself or you're a parent wanting to guide your kids, this episode is packed with useful tips and real-life stories. From B…
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0:21 Transfer Bonuses Chase UR to Marriott Bonvoy: 70% (through Aug 14, 2024) EXPIRES SOON Amex MR to Avios: 30% (through Sept 30, 2024) Amex MR to Hawaiian: 20% (through Aug 31, 2024) CapOne to Qantas: 20% (through Aug 31, 2024) 08:24 United Premium Cabin Awards (on United Metal) Gets Even More Expensive (Live and Lets Fly) We’ve talked a lot the …
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Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 Click here to apply for our favorite points - we used these points to book our flight…
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Snag Our Signature Budget Template! Ready to break free from credit card reliance? In this episode, we guide you step-by-step on how to stop using credit cards and start paying with cash. 💳🚫➡️💵 Highlights: Why Stop Using Credit Cards? Breaking the habit of using credit cards can be tough, but it's essential for getting out of debt. Using credit res…
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The L2070 lifecycle fund is available now in your TSP as of July 2024. If you were born after 2005, this will be your default fund you'll be automatically enrolled to contribute to. This is for those of you who'll reach retirement age around the year 2070 (2068-2072 ish). We discuss what lifecycle funds are, what mix of C/S/I/F/G funds is in the L2…
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Doing a points check-in is the best possible way to recalibrate and course correct while there's still plenty of time left in the year. This means getting clear on every aspect of your points world, including your current points balances, credit card welcome bonuses, loyalty program status, and estimating your upcoming spend. Whether you're brand n…
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Get the FREE PDF "Maximize Your Amex Platinum Guide" exclusively for military members and spouses by going to www.militarytravelrewards.com/guide Join our email list for show notes and late-breaking news! www.militarytravelrewards.com/subscribe Join our Military Miler Facebook Group to ask questions and get answers from other military travel reward…
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Canadian psychologist and culture war commentator Jordan Peterson says planet Earth has got 20% greener in the last 20 years. But satellite data tells a different story. We investigate the correct number, with the help of Dr Chi Chen, from Rutgers University in the US. Presenter: Kate LambleSeries producer: Tom CollsProduction co-ordinator: Brenda …
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