Best Midlifejourney Podcasts (2024)

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"Candid AF" - Midlife Masterclass with Jennifer Fisher 1:46:20

43m ago1:46:20

1:46:20

EP 125: Join me, Dr. Sarah Milken in a rad, real and open conversation with one of my favorite midlife besties and hottie/smarties. Jennifer Fisher is back! Our first episode was on zoom two years ago. Today, we are on fire and in person in NYC, underboob sweat and all! Jennifer is a jeweler, entrepreneur, chef, kitchen influencer, social media sup…

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Midweek Bonus: Eydie's Vacation Tips 5:06

3h ago5:06

5:06

Eydie is coming to you from the Smoky Mountains, full of tipping and tricking. Enjoy!

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Episode 169: Webs of Deception 30:04

3d ago30:04

30:04

Leah goes solo this week as she talks about being a secret operative and her history of deception. Get ready for a deep dive into the confessional! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for p…

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Poolside Midlife TMI! 1:28:54

2d ago1:28:54

1:28:54

EP 124: I know that I am your “midlife bestie”, oversharing my midlife “ugh’s & fabulosities” and finding us all the expert golden nuggets to create our optimal midlife. But, today I am talking to another midlife bestie, “poolside”! This midlife hottie showed up to our zoom interview in a bikini. Let me explain… we had a timing miscommunication and…

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Episode 168: Just Desserts! 45:31

13d ago45:31

45:31

Welcome to our dessert dilemma, where Eydie kind of hops on the sweet train, swapping sugar-filled stories overflowing with Cool Whip and pudding pandemonium. Leah, our fruit-loving dessert skeptic, begrudgingly shares her cherry obsession while reminiscing about childhood treats that would make a dentist shudder. From German kuchens to Christmas b…

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Bonus Episode: Journal Connection Era 12:58

16d ago12:58

12:58

Eydie and friend of the pod, Lena, are kicking off their new project, the Journal Connection Era! It’s all about making new friends and reconnecting with old ones through journaling. Listen in to find out if this Era is for you. All are welcome. More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the Chit Chat Coop on FaceBook where you can respond to th…

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Midlife Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance & Protein 1:17:51

16d ago1:17:51

1:17:51

EP 123: Blood sugar! Are you a midlife woman just learning about the dreaded blood sugar saga or you already know you are insulin resistant? Maybe you feel clunky and tired? Maybe you have gained a few pounds? Do you want to learn some simple lifestyle changes that can help you balance your blood sugar, feel better and lose some extra weight? Want …

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Episode 167: Summertime Routines 28:48

20d ago28:48

28:48

It's summer, friends! Leah talks about "plork" and how her garden is becoming destressed, and Eydie is on the dessert bandwagon. So much fun and so much hope! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to c…

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Braver & Newer You: 10 nuggets 1:27:18

25d ago1:27:18

1:27:18

EP 122: 6 month “midlife review” for you. It is 6 months into the new year. Have you taken any of those personal steps that you might have pondered on January 1? This is not general “self help” bla bla. This is the real juice. Midlife woman, I know you are ready for a personal “uplevel” because you are here! Wanting a pivot, reset, rei-ignition, wi…

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Bonus Episode: Gaining a Sister! 37:34

1M ago37:34

37:34

Today, two young women share the story of how they came to miraculously find one another - biological sisters from China. One of them happens to be my daughter... If you'd like to find out even more about this story, please read my blog:https://leahrempel.org/2024/06/sisters.html More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit C…

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Episode 166: Feeding Our Souls 27:33

1M ago27:33

27:33

Join us for a heartwarming episode of "2 Chit Chat Chicks," starring my sister, Nicole, where we share tips to make life a bit brighter and tackle the challenge of feeding our souls amidst life's chaos. Tune in for our Campfire Chat as we explore the joys of gardening, art, and maintaining routines, even on the go. Don't miss our Chit Chat Challeng…

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Episode 165: Our Writing Practices 35:18

1M ago35:18

35:18

In this episode, we explore our writing practices and the different forms our writing takes. Leah discusses her blog, highlighting how it helps her make meaning, provides a ritual, and brings joy through editing and sharing. Eydie talks about her novel "Carrie's Winter" and the importance of writing forward without constantly revisiting the beginni…

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Midlifers, Choose You, Too! 1:26:50

1M ago1:26:50

1:26:50

EP 121: It’s not selfish to put yourself first in midlife. Midlife self obsession is approved. My guest today has 400k social media followers listening to her every word. After being a mother and a wife, a friend, a sister or a career-er when will it be time to be you and choose you, too?!? Today’s guest explains why choosing you in midlife is not …

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Episode 164: Brainwaves: What’s Been Bouncing in Our Heads 36:01

2M ago36:01

36:01

Get cozy as we gather around the campfire to talk about what's been brewing other than coffee. We’re turning up the heat with tales of sharing the stage with Margaret Atwood, garden adventures (of course), role playing at Costco, and how hospitality is figuring into both of our lives in new and meaningful ways. More From Us: We’d love for you to jo…

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Midlife Muffin Top: 6 Science-Backed Lifestyle Steps 25:09

2M ago25:09

25:09

EP 120: MIDLIFE MUFFIN TOP... I know you can relate. As a midlife woman, do you struggle to find consistency in your diet? I do! Do you find yourself snacking when you're bored or when your college kid leaves the nest again to go back to school? I do! Do you wish that your weight loss was sustainable and easy to maintain? I do!!! This mini episode …

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Episode 163: Summer Intentions 25:23

2M ago25:23

25:23

Summer is just around the corner, and Eydie and Leah are getting prepped! Leah is, of course, obssessed with her gardening and beaching, among others things, and Eydie is on fire for getting fit and finishing off her book, "Carrie's Winter," based on the Laura Ingalls Wilder series. Join us as we laugh and encourage and have an all around fun chitc…

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Midlife’s 10 Things! 17:00

2M ago17:00

17:00

Calling all midlifers! Today I’m reviewing my first year as a half-empty nest mom. Ugh! In this 15 min quickie, I have so many thoughts and questions that I know you’re probably having too… So, in the regular Flexible Neurotic style I’m getting honest and vulnerable in this solo mini-sode. With one kid (teen son) in college and the other finishing …

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Episode 162: Our Latest Reads, Watches and Listens 26:46

2M ago26:46

26:46

We're back with fan favourite: what we're up to in our reading, watching and listening to. We've always got the best recommendations for books, tv, music and podcasts. Listen in to get the goods! Recommendations: Aechy Pen and Curve Line Marker https://aechy.com/ Reading The Secret Life of Groceries - Benjamin Lorr Traveling Mercies - Anne Lamott W…

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Midlife Body Aches & Frozen Shoulder 1:06:10

2M ago1:06:10

1:06:10

EP 118: Are you a midlife woman experiencing intense shoulder pain? I was! Does your body just ache? Mine does. Is your doctor suggesting it’s just a pickle-ball injury or you just gotta push through the midlife grind? Mine was too! (even though I don’t play pickle-ball, lol) Are you knee deep digging through google for answers to why you can’t f*k…

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Episode 161: Getting Our Gardens Going and Growing! 31:27

2M ago31:27

31:27

The glorious gardening season has begun on the west coast and in Wisconsin! Eydie and Leah chat about their gardening plans and adventures - come share in the enthusiasm! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to c…

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Midlife Hacks & Habits 25:42

3M ago25:42

25:42

EP 117: Midlife philosophy, marriage, health and action steps. Ready for a little midlife motivation from the midlife health queen herself? My guest tells us what it means to “live life from the inside out”, a practice that she embraces for connecting to her inner voice and taking necessary action steps. Looking for a midlife lifestyle reset? Ready…

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Midlife Mojo ASAP! 18:31

3M ago18:31

18:31

EP 116: As a midlife woman, do you want to find a “thing”, a passion, something that makes you feel connected to yourself and others? Me too! This mini episode has some serious and practical nuggets for you! Get ready for a step-by-step guide to reclaiming your time and creativity in the second half of our lives. My midlife hottie guest shares all …

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Episode 160: Things We are Leaving Behind 24:19

3M ago24:19

24:19

We’re progressing, evolving, and leaving behind some places, activities, and things we no longer find edifying or useful to us. Don’t worry, we’re still up for plenty of good times. Join us for some good laughs, inspiration, and a great tip or three! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you …

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Big Feelings… Real Tools 13:51

3M ago13:51

13:51

EP 115: Parenting hormonal teens while battling hormones yourself?! Me too! You are not alone there and according to parenting expert Dr. Lisa Damour there are some tools in teaching them to navigate “big feelings”, while maintaining you are own sense of equilibrium, as a parent. Honestly, this was an amazing reminder for myself and I know that so …

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Episode 159: New Beginnings 29:39

3M ago29:39

29:39

Spring has sprung and, with it, new beginnings! Listen in to the rambunctious ramblings of Leah and Eydie as they discuss some of their new beginnings! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive ener…

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Reverse Cellular Aging In A Bottle 1:15:04

3M ago1:15:04

1:15:04

EP 114: One pill to help reverse cellular aging? Duh! Sign me up. Ready to sleep better, feel better, reduce inflammation, have thicker hair and a million other things? I know the obvious answer is yes… but there’s more. Are you sick of taking a million supplements in the morning and wondering why we haven’t just created one magic supplement with s…

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Mixing East & West In Midlife 14:53

4M ago14:53

14:53

EP 113: Plant Medicine, eastern & western approaches to mental health and the power of your intuition… Dr. Ellen Vora discusses the importance of understanding the vast options available to us in midlife for our health and wellness needs. Today we are talking about plant medicine and Dr. Vora’s specific and holistic approach to taking care of your …

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Episode 158: Find AND Share Your Wonder 22:00

4M ago22:00

22:00

Leah's baby sister, Nicole, joins her today for a chat in the back closet. We discuss all things awe-ful, and have an inspiring chit chat about how we are both find and sharing our own wonders! We also have some dynamite tips this week you are not going to want to miss! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on F…

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Lift Heavy Sh**t in Midlife 1:24:02

4M ago1:24:02

1:24:02

Lift “heavy s**t in midlife” is the name of the game! You know I call them the “dumb and necessary weights”. We keep hearing we have to lift weight in midlife for our brains, body and health. You want to hear exactly the how, why and what from an orthopedic surgeon and longevity specialist? You want to hear exactly how much weight and how many reps…

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Episode 157: A Walk Down Memory Lane 18:56

4M ago18:56

18:56

A Chitchat About Some of Our Fave Episodes Below are the episodes we have a good old fashioned chit chat about on this Sunday morning. Enjoy and go back and give some of our oldies a listen. We are ever-evolving! 56 - Crushes 99 - Got Energy? 115 - Marching Into March 24 - Ways to Have Deeper Conversations 144 - Bill Joel for Beginners 45 - Simple …

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Episode 156: What We've Been Enjoying Lately 27:50

4M ago27:50

27:50

We’ve been up to a lot in our lives lately: notably we’ll be chatting about what we’ve been reading, watching, listening to AND eating! Leah shares some dynamic hair tips and Eydie chat about how to maximize your weekend. Some of our Recommendations: Hair: Color WOW Wonder Dream Coat Books: Chip and Dan Heath - Switch: How to Change Things When Cha…

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Finding Me Again, True Story! 53:41

4M ago53:41

53:41

EP 111: Midlife fantasy or real life? A bad case of the “midlife itchies” at 44 which ended up being a huge turning point for this guest. She was post-divorce, filing for bankruptcy and trying to find her inner fuel and passion again in midlife, despite her father dying, her dog dying, living in a tiny apartment with two teenagers, and having a qui…

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Episode 155: Creating a More Beautiful Life 24:29

4M ago24:29

24:29

Eydie has finally worked out her tech issues and we managed to have a fun and successful time recording tonight, talking about how we are making our lives more beautiful lately and how we aspire to carry on with it. Leah is traveling up a storm with her rock star sweetie, Donnie, and making lotsa new friends while keeping the old, and Eydie is so p…

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Bobbi Brown’s “Everyday Midlife”, Your Way! 10:52

4M ago10:52

10:52

EP 110: Make-up artist guru and entrepreneur extraordinaire known for Bobby Brown Cosmetics and Jones Road Beauty, Bobbi Brown, shares her secrets for living your “best everyday midlife”. This week we are doing another quick golden nugget mini-sode excerpt from my past conversation with beauty entrepreneur and fellow midlifer, Bobbi Brown. This con…

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Episode 154: Marching Into March 2024 44:50

5M ago44:50

44:50

Leah is coming to us live from Nashville Tennessee, and she is already developing a twang to be proud of! While this is a rebroadcast of 2023's Marching Into March from February (collectively known as Farch), you've got 11 minutes of bonus Leah content talking about how she's making it through this difficult time of year with some fun in the sun an…

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Get “Gritty” in Midlife! Here’s how… 1:37:44

5M ago1:37:44

1:37:44

EP 109: How did she fckn’ do that? How did she put the “cart before the horse”? How did he get over that life threatening challenge? Ever envious of the people who seem to be naturally more resilient, GRITTY? Wow, some people always appear to bounce back. What are their secrets? Can we develop grit? There is a concept called “practical optimism” th…

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Quick Minisode: Midlife Metabolic Health & Weight Loss Drugs 14:15

5M ago14:15

14:15

EP 108: Midlife muffin top? Did I get your attention? Are you a midlife woman questioning the sudden appearance of the midlife muffin top? Are you curious as to what is going on inside your body during menopause? Do you find yourself feeling “ugh” about the redistribution of fat? Do you want to work with your body and find the healthiest treatments…

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Episode 152: Aging Beautifully 39:43

5M ago39:43

39:43

Eydie and Leah are all about getting more beautiful as we age, inside and out! Leah is all over creating joyful desserts and listening to Fleetwood Mac; Eydie is finding more new music on Spotify and drinking collagen shakes. And we are both figuring out how to embrace this aging thing with grace, acceptance, and with a little help from beauty prod…

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Live the Life you Want! Why not me? 1:10:22

5M ago1:10:22

1:10:22

EP 107: Ready to live the life you really want, not the life you got? What’s the life you really want? Are you bored? Itchy for the next thing in midlife? Me too! Have you taken an action step toward that change more than once? More than twice? Are you scared to take action because your inner B**ch is chattering and the “peanut gallery” is watching…

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Episode 151: How Our Goals Are Going 25:06

5M ago25:06

25:06

Leah just managed to drop a load of moola at Costco and Eydie is gearing up for the Superbowl today, even though the Packers are not in it. Listen in to hear how we are doing with our words of the year. It's never too late to get started on yours! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond…

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Zero F**s In Midlife - 12 Minute Minisode 12:21

5M ago12:21

12:21

EP 106: Zero F**ks is the perfect way to describe my guest, Jennifer Fisher of @jenniferfisherjewelry and @jenniferfisherkitchen. In this 12 minute minisode, we talked about the “art of not giving a f**k”, muting the peanut gallery, embracing authenticity and the importance of your mindset in midlife. Jen’s story is so inspiring and she’s overcome …

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Episode 150: Unofficial Love Languages 27:17

5M ago27:17

27:17

Just in time for Valentines and Galentines: Leah's sister Nicole joins us today to talk about love languages and what we love to both give and receive. So much love! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive …

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How I Rebuilt My Midlife VJ & More 1:01:55

6M ago1:01:55

1:01:55

EP 105: Inside chat with two midlife podcasters who get really open & honest about all of it, including the midlife VJ rebuild…keep reading to find out who the other midlife hottie is… I might have peaked your interest. Are you a midlife woman, possible empty nester, career-er, or re-inventor looking for practical advice from fellow midlife women? …

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Episode 149: What's New to Us 34:00

6M ago34:00

34:00

There are so many things new to us these days, and not just resolutions! Hear about Leah’s adventures at Costco and how she is going back on a non-negotiable involving fitness. In the meantime, Eydie’s kids are monopolizing the air fryer in the basement, and she is ALL IN on Green Bay Packers paraphernalia. More From Us: We’d love for you to join u…

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Midlife Inflammation & Weight Loss with Dr. Mary Claire Haver…15 Minute Quickie 14:37

6M ago14:37

14:37

EP 104: Inflammation, inflammation, inflammation! This is the midlife story for so many of us women. It’s uncomfortable, I’m probably bloated right now, my cortisol is high enough for four adults, and my other inflammation markers on my blood work are crazy! You too? and I’m here to remind you (and myself) how to decrease inflammation and increase …

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Episode 148: More in 2024! 28:26

6M ago28:26

28:26

Leah’s a little hoarse, coming to you from her teeny Vancouver closet/studio as we dive into discussing how we are going to get MORE OUT OF 2024! Eydie invites our chicks and roosters to create a playlist for her, giving her break from her usual Hall and Oates rotation. You can also join her on the Ice Age Trail in the spring or Leah on Vancouver I…

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Episode 147: Energize Your January 32:07

6M ago32:07

32:07

Leah gets obsessed with Youtube, and Eydie gives Leah some tips for optimal enjoyment watching The Green Bay Packers, her Wisco team. Any idea what your thutt is? Tune in to find out. Also, loads of tips to energize your January! Oh, Leah’s been blogging almost everyday so make sure you click on the link to her blog newstarteveryday.blogspot.com if…

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Hard & Good In Midlife 26:12

6M ago26:12

26:12

EP 103: We are not cold plunging on Jan. 1! Are we? Not me, not yet! Ever noticed that so many “midlife things” feel “hard & good”. For example, marriage is hard… but also good…(for some). Same with parenting, like I have to worry about my kids and their health & schooling, complain about their messes and then hard because I cry over them leaving t…

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Episode 146: 2024 Word of the Year 32:14

7M ago32:14

32:14

Leah and Eydie continue their annual tradition of choosing a word for the year. As usual, Eydie had her word chosen weeks in advance while Leah chooses her word during the podcast. Eydie will help you remember your word of the year and Leah has some tips and tricks for getting people outta your house. Join the 2 Chit Chat Chicks for some fun and in…

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Episode 145: Taking Care 27:32

7M ago27:32

27:32

Eydie and Leah discuss ways to be gentle to yourself during difficult times. May this episode give you a respite from any hard times you might be experiencing and offer you ideas about how to take it easier on yourself. More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the Chit Chat Coop on FaceBook and respond to this week's challenge. It’s a fun plac…

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