A weekly podcast about video games hosted by Stephen Castaneda and Josh Picard. The guys will talk about what they've been playing, all the latest news and upcoming releases.
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A deep dive of different topics and characters through the eyes of Dr. Beverly Crusher and the Crusher Family. Where we are Crushing the Conversation, One episode at a Time! (Not affiliated with Gates McFadden. Fan Podcast ONLY!)
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What's the next Byte to come out of the Bucket? Bucket Bytes is a light-spirited show with a small group of friends who are excited to bring you into the conversation. Streamed live on Twitch - we showcase a variety of topics and discussions as we pull the Bytes out of the Bucket including games, tech, pop-culture, current events, mental-health, and much more. We also have a variety of guests from different industries such as content creators, business owners, and more! What's going to come ...
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A podcast dedicated to those who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make Trek into a cultural phenomenon, Mike Mann and Josh Bald probe the minds of writers, artists, technicians, and all manner of crew members who brought Trek to screens large and small.
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Ep: 033 React & Review of Prodigy Ep: 1-5 Featuring Jay
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Communications Open Jay (@JayR_Xx) and I review Episode 1-5 of Season 2 of Star Trek Prodigy! Lot's of fun conversations and how confusing the timey wimey stuff is! Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channel @CrusherConvo. You can also find me on Instagram and Threads! Check out my website http://www.crusherconv…
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Ep: 032 "The Tragedy of Sub Rosa" featuring Dani
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Communications Open Dani from @ComicsAnd_ is in the hot seat with me as we deep dive a Beverly Crusher favorite, Sub Rosa. No Candle was safe during the taping of this episode! Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channel @CrusherConvo. You can also find me on Instagram and Threads! Check out my website http://www…
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Ep: 031 "The Traveler's Return" Interview with Aaron Waltke
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Communications Open I had the honor to chat with Co-EP and Writer of Star Trek: Prodigy, Aaron Waltke! We got to gush about the Crushers and how Season 2 of Prodigy came about! Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channel @CrusherConvo. You can also find me on Instagram and Threads! Check out my website http://www…
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Ep: 030 "The Ward of Star Trek" Interview with Dayton Ward
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Communications Open I got the chance to sit down with Star Trek Author Dayton Ward as we discussed his new book and his love for the franchise! Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channel @CrusherConvo. You can also find me on Instagram and Threads! Check out my website http://www.crusherconvo.com. If you will li…
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Ep: 029 "A Night with Phlox" Interview with John Billingsley
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Communications Open I had the honor to sit down with none other, John Billingsley, from Star Trek: Enterprise. We discussed his love for books, his passions for the Hollywood Food Coalition and PanCan and what Star Trek means to him. Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channel @CrusherConvo. You can also find me …
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Ep: 028 "Gates & Comics" Featuring Tim
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Communications Open Tim from @fsfpopcast and I talk about Gates McFadden's new role in the Marvel Universe, and we gush about our love for Comic Books and Superheroes. Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channel @CrusherConvo. You can also find me on Instagram and Threads! Check out my website http://www.crusherc…
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Ep: 027 Star Trek: Picard S3 "One Year Later" Featuring Erin
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Communications Open Is my thoughts and love for Season 3 of Picard still the same or more? My guest, Erin (@FierceCorEnFa) and I talk about the amazing season of Star Trek Picard and the return of Beverly Crusher. Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channel @CrusherConvo. You can also find me on Instagram and Thr…
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Ep: 026 #WWBD "Far Beyond the Stars" Featuring Ro
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Communications Open In my "What Would Beverly Do?" segment, I sit down with Ro from Scarif Podcast, to discuss DS9's episode "Far beyond the Stars" and hit the hard topics of racism and equality. Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channel @CrusherConvo. You can also find me on Instagram and Threads! Check out my…
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Ep: 025 "Beverly: Sith or Jedi?" Featuring Josh
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Communications Open I am joined by Josh (@TwistMyArmcast) from Twin My Arm Podcast as we cross the streams and talk about Beverly Crusher and Star Wars! Would Beverly be a part of the Rebellion or fall victim to the dark side? So, jump on your Tauntaun and let's dive in! Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channe…
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Ep: 024 Best Beverly Outfits - Featuring Abby
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Communications Open I am joined by Abby (@abbymsommer) from First Flight Podcast as we discuss the best outfits of Beverly Crusher. We give you our top 5 looks and honorable mentions through out TNG and Picard. Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channel @CrusherConvo. You can also find me on Instagram and Thread…
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Communications Open A look back at the TNG two parter "Time's Arrow" and the CODA Series that ended the timeline from the EU of the Star Trek Novels. I discuss how a not so great episode made a book series of Star Trek we wanted to see on screen! And how much Dayton, James and David got Beverly Crusher RIGHT! And look out for Dayton Ward's new book…
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Ep: 022 - What Would Beverly Do? "Tuvix" - Featuring Jay
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Communications Open Today's special guest, Jay (@jayr_xx) and I will discuss the Star Trek: VOY episode "Tuvix" in my What Would Beverly Do? segment, as we deep dive into this controversial episode! Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channel @CrusherConvo. You can also find me on Instagram and Threads! Check out…
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Ep: 021 "Jack and Beverly: The Story Never Told"
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Communications Open I discussed the highs and lows of the story of Beverly and Jack Crusher. My insight on their relationship and how it impacts Beverly's character. Note: These episodes are off a LIVE broadcast that you can see at my YT channel @CrusherConvo. You can also find me on Instragram and Threads! Check out my website www.crusherconvo.com…
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In this episode we are graced with Henry & Brian from DarkFusion Systems and show off their new Milwaukee Made keyboard, the Dark Seraph. Also, we discuss the Midwest Gaming Classic, the new Fallout show, blowing your carthridges, and more! Come hang out. It's a good time! Support the show You can check out where to find Bucket Bytes by visiting ou…
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What would you do if you were implanted with a brain implant that let you use your computer using your brain?! The impending TikTok ban is tearing us apart! A look at Mullet Mad Jack and a TMZ style look into some gaming/streamer news. Don't miss our talk on glass toilet bowl streamers! Support the show You can check out where to find Bucket Bytes …
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A shiba inu is a better gamer than you! In this episode we welcome guest Ryan from RSVR, a VR arcade here in Milwaukee to talk about the ins and outs of what happs in the VR Bar! Also - do you remember jumping your rail cart avoiding enemies in Donkey Kong? Well, pretty soon you can risk your life and do that IRL in Japan. Pokemon with guns, Until …
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Snowstorms, aliens, conspiracies and one night stands. This episode has a bit for all of you. We also have Henry from DarkFusion System to talk about his new boutique custom keyboard, the Dark Seraph - a bent galvanized steel TKL keyboard that's MOSTLY build right here in Milwaukee. Support the show You can check out where to find Bucket Bytes by v…
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We start 2024 off on the right foot talking with Milton from Checkpoint Bar in Kenosha, a bit about his "gamer/nerd" bar. Diving deep in to see what inspired his unique bartop and also settling the debate on if he should put some new school systems on his bar, or keep them a little "retro". Dominic puts together his first trivia game byte, and how …
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In our final episode of 2023, we talk a bit about the holidays, the terrors of a vasectomy gone mildly wrong. Logan eats his suit, and the boys chat about our first ever end of year game awards for awards given to Best Free Game, Best Pirate Puzzle Game, Biggest Suprise Moment in Gaming, Floppy Fish Award, Best NPC, Most Broken Game, Worst Game, & …
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Who Bikes w/ the BikeMan? feat. special Guest BikeMan
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Are you a passionate gamer or budding streamer? If so, you'll be intrigued by our special guest BikeMan, a popular Twitch streamer, who joins us as our special guest this week. Bike man shares insights on the importance of game selection for streamers, highlighting the delicate balance between playing games that attract viewers and those that the s…
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Turning Nightmares into Narratives featuring Jerome DK
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What does it take for an artist to bare his soul and translate his struggles with mental health into a humorous narrative? Join us as we navigate the creative abyss with Jerome DK, an artist, filmmaker, and author who chose to wrestle with his depression and anxiety through his book Every Day is a Nightmare. But the journey with Jerome doesn't end …
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The Grand POObah - Unique Dumpster Dives & Tech Talk
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Ever been caught in an unexpectedly disgusting situation or found a hidden gem in a pile of trash? Well, we've got some sidesplitting stories to share of our own - from the time we had to scrub off poop at Kmart to the unbelievable treasures we’ve unearthed while garbage picking. Or have you ever wondered what makes a portable PC stand out in a fie…
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Exploring the Creative Universe of Donovan Scherer from Studio Moonfall
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Check out Donovan & Studio Moonfall @ https://studiomoonfall.com/ Ever wonder how it feels to create an out-of-this-world universe from scratch? That's exactly what Donovan Sharer, a self-published author, illustrator, and bookstore owner, did. His varied entrepreneurial journey has spanned from organizing comic conventions and concerts to launchin…
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Exploring Starfield and Gaming's Future: A Comprehensive Discussion
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Ever wondered how travel time could be scaled realistically in a game, or the secrets behind the modding process of Starfield? Align your gaze to our latest podcast episode where we traverse galaxies, explore gaming hardware, and swap some classic banter about Starfield, Lenovo's new handheld, the Nintendo Switch, and much more. We're not just gami…
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Ever found yourself caught in the bittersweet transition of seasons, bidding farewell to sunny summer days and welcoming the refreshing chill of fall? We also strike up discussions about the implications of introducing a playable character for a content creator in the gaming industry. You'll also get to hear our thoughts on the sci-fi RPG game, Sta…
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020 - Interactive Empowerment (Gamescom 2023)
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We first pay homage to WWE's Bray Wyatt, reflecting on his remarkable career and sending heartfelt condolences before we turn our attention to gaming news from Gamescom. We explore new releases such as Little Nightmares Three and Black Myth: Wukong, compare horse riding in Crimson Desert to Elden Ring, and more. In the spirit of personal developmen…
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No spoilers here. Only spoilers in episode. Support the show You can check out where to find Bucket Bytes by visiting our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/bucketbytes including Business inquiries. http://bucketbytes.gg is our actual website. All episodes are recorded LIVE, and if you want to find out when we are going live next, you can follow our Faceb…
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Ever wished you could revisit your favorite classic games without digging out your old consoles? We've got you covered. This episode is a nostalgic journey down memory lane, packed with discussions on emulation and gaming platforms. We'll be sharing first-hand experiences and insights into the Emu Deck software, a fascinating tool letting you reliv…
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This episode delivers a unique insight as wechat with Dan from Fraculation Studios. With inspiration drawn from the fractalizing nature of mushrooms and cotton candy trees, Dan reveals the nitty-gritty of virtual plant genetics and how it was translated into an immersive gaming experience. We dig deep into the world of virtual botany, discussing ho…
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Brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride through the latest developments, exclusive insights and lots of laughter! We navigate through the gaming landscape, covering everything from the unexpected departure of Major Nelson from Xbox to the ripple effects of the Activision Xbox merger. We'll also discuss how these changes may shape the future of fan-…
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Ever partied with the Blue Man Group? Our good friend Logan returns to Bucket Bytes & recounts an unforgettable night with the famous performers at a Milwaukee Bucks game, and we can't help but reminisce about our own brushes with celebrity. We then pivot to the world of gaming and share our thoughts on Diablo 4, its immersive story and characters,…
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Is it a handheld console showdown? We're pitting the ROG Ally against the Steam Deck in our latest episode of Bucket Bytes, featuring special guest Henry from Dark Fusion Systems! Get the low-down on size, weight, button layouts, and how these devices stack up when it comes to the ultimate gaming experience. We reminisce about iconic games like Sta…
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When my son blew through the complex puzzles of a pirate-themed time manupilation game at Midwest Gaming Classic, I knew we had to meet the creative mind behind it. Fast forward to today's episode of Bucket Bytes, where we're joined by Mr. Lime, the talented developer from Lime Blossom Studio, as we discuss his upcoming game, You Have No Time. With…
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012 - Playstation Showcase & Pubescent Gollum
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Ever wondered what it would be like to have a comic book character's fate in the hands of artificial intelligence? We sure did! Join us as we tackle this topic while discussing the upcoming Deadpool 3 film, touching on the legal implications of Ryan Reynold's contract, and sharing our thoughts on why human writers still hold the trump card over AI-…
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We are graced by the presence of writer/director/producter Tim Cowles & actors David John-Bores & Anna Fraser from the game Murderous Muses by D'Avekki Studios. We get to learn a bit more about each of them, some behind the scenes information & we debut a brand new game called "Script Bytes" where we all act out an AI generated script. Please be su…
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People are scrambling for VPNs in Utah because they banned everyone's favorite naughty website! Also, a lady killed her husband in Utah.. What's up with Utah? Anywho, in this episode we talk about ignoring you mom using chat GPT, Elon Musk can't be sued, Tears of the Fallen kingdom, the ROG ally, smuggling fruit roll ups, Redfall's disgusting relea…
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We relive Josh's torment at Ryan's hand with a quick recap of the "buttchili" calls. Some good discussions about the Microsoft-Activision merger, more information regarding AI, games that have released this last week, Steam Deck vs. the new ASUS "Steam Deck". We talk about gaming, then end on a pretty good conversation about supplements and why Pos…
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What's the dumbest thing you've gone out of your way to get? We discuss important topcis like that, talk about an upcoming hyper-realistic looking first person shooter game, play another round of 4/20 Sound Bytes, and throw some yo-mama jokes around. We also give out our 2nd GOTM secret code, & then all hell breaks out forcing the show to end early…
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007 - Fiddling Your Keys w/ DarkFusion Systems
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Do you like them creamy and soft? Maybe stuff and clicky. Henry from DarkFusion Systems returns, but this time brings his keyboard guru, Bryan along for the ride. In this episode we touch on the Midwest Gaming Classic, tiny computers with huge power, the Super Mario movie, and we announce the newest giveaway for April's Game of the Month. Also duri…
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After the episode with Cliff, an internal strife brewed & with a potential collapse on the horizon, a challenge has been issued and the introduction of BucketFytes was born. In this episode; Post, Dom, & Reyes discuss some news about the Microsoft-Activision purchase, chocolates with nuts for him (or nutless for her) and why it's not such an innoce…
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We are graced by Cliff Noonan who is an APOC in LA and has done work for many of major studios including HBO, Netflix, Universal, Disney, Fox, and more. We learn a lot about how Hollywood works from the production perspective. Have you ever wondered how Kaley Cuoco or Christian Bale are behind the scenes? We've got those stories. Make sure to check…
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Have you ever had someone in the service industry quit in front of you? How much is too much to spend on Starbucks? If Apple makes a foldable phone, with the new yellow color they just announced; could you consider it a banana phone? Even more topics and discussions await when you power up your ears and hang out while we discuss a slew of topics du…
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What would you do if your car decided to repo itself back to the dealer? Ford's newly filed patent wants to do that. What about sending your long distance partner a kiss through a robotic set of silocone lips? Just a few of the discussions the group talks about today. We announce the giveaway for GOTM as well - go to https://gleam.io/SAp4F/bucket-b…
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AI is becoming more and more prevalent, with different engines popping up all over the place. From generating ideas, manipulating artwork, to deepfake transposition... just what is appropriate or possible with AI nowadays? Other bytes discussed in this episode entail Josh's UPS trouble, video game dialogue and who's to blame for the decrease in qua…
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Redacted is a podcast about video games hosted by Stephen Castaneda and Josh Picard. On this edition of Redacted the guys discuss Ant-Man and The Wasp Quantumania, Stephen’s new Steam Deck, Hogwarts Legacy, Microsoft’s merger with Activision Blizzard, and much, much more! http://youtube.com/suggestivegaming Follow Stephen on Twitter at https://twit…
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Bucket Bytes is back; and better than ever with a refreshed format & some new hosts! In this episode we learn a bit about our new hosts, talk a bit about Hogwarts Legacy & some of the drama surriounding the game, the Last of Us and our thoughts on game adaptations to the big screen. If you didn't know, Valentines day was last week. We talk about wh…
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Redacted is a podcast about video games hosted by Stephen Castaneda and Josh Picard. On this edition of Redacted the guys discuss Dave Bautista’s new film, Knock At The Cabin, Dead Space, Hogwarts Legacy, Hi-Fi Rush, the Grammy’s new video game category, Respawn’s cancelled game, Lil Yatchy’s new album, and much, much more! http://youtube.com/sugge…
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Redacted is a podcast about video games hosted by Stephen Castaneda and Josh Picard. On this edition of Redacted the guys discuss their favourite shows, albums and movies of 2022! Don’t forget to check out Josh Picard’s fantastic Youtube channel: http://youtube.com/suggestivegaming Follow Stephen on Twitter at https://twitter.com/SadBoy_Stepho…
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Redacted is a podcast about video games hosted by Stephen Castaneda and Josh Picard. On this edition of Redacted the guys discuss Stephen’s surprise and billion dollar idea, The Callisto Protocol, and present the much admired Golden Scrolls! Don’t forget to check out Josh Picard’s fantastic Youtube channel: http://youtube.com/suggestivegaming Follo…
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Redacted is a podcast about video games hosted by Stephen Castaneda and Josh Picard. On this edition of Redacted the guys discuss Avatar: The Way of Water, High on Life, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, Spider-Man 2's release window, Death Stranding 2(Working Title), Epic Games’ huge fine, and much, much more! Don’t forget to check out Josh Picard’s fantast…
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