Two Men. Two Races. Two Opinions and occasional guests, fueled by wit and whiskey.
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Hosted by Seth Everett & Rick Gentile. The poll has surveyed the nation's populous on matters of interest, such as PED use, gambling, & key sports figures
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Two definitely-not-old millenials document their journeys to becoming internet-age trillionaires (inflation-adjusted). Follow on Instagram: http://instagram.com/rickerandbon Follow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Z6QN68EeLR8
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The Second Half Podcast discusses the events of the world as they are viewed through the eyes of a Gen-Xer in the second half of his life. This is my weekly cost-free therapy session, so sit back and allow me to rant for a moment.
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A podcast by sports enthusiasts from Kakamega, Kenya giving you a unique perspective on most international sports including the NBA, NFL, F1, EPL and much more. Also, catch our specials where we discuss player contracts, big money moves and how such cash flow cycles the sports world. Also, don't forget to like, comment, share and subscribe to the podcast. We drop a few episodes every week so watch out for that! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/third-world-perspec ...
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Independent Americans is a weekly news show hosted by Paul Rieckhoff. He’s a fighter, a patriot, and an independent political and media force to be reckoned with. After serving as a soldier in Iraq in 2004, Rieckhoff emerged as one of the most dynamic political and social leaders in America. In every episode, he breaks down the most important issues facing our country. And he interviews the most influential and compelling people. He’s taking on Republicans, Democrats—and everyone in between. ...
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You must have thick skin to be in the spotlight - whether you're a pro athlete or an entertainer - the media will come after you. So, you better be ready. Former professional baseball players Jacque Jones and LaTroy Hawkins talk all sports from an athlete's perspective, correcting the media when they get it wrong, and telling it like it is.
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319. Asha Rangappa. This is Flooding the Zone. Don’t Comply in Advance. How an FBI Background Check Works. CARLA F. BAD. Super Bowl Security. A Radical VA Sec Confirmed. Another J6 Criminal Dies. Stop ...
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1:11:17Whew. This week is what Trump flooding the zone really looks like. He’s throwing political flash-bang after political flash-bang. And everyone feels unbalanced and like they have whiplash. While his opponents are overwhelmed, disorganized, leaderless and demoralized. While he continues to gather more and more levers of power. And gain even more mom…
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Hurry Up Tomorrow and Tariffs | Ricker and Bon #412
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1:09:39The Weeknd's last album and America's last hoorah, sike America 4ever Follow us on instagram: http://instagram.com/rickerandbon
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Steve and Jim are joined over the phone by Ben (aka Whiskey Ben) to discuss our thoughts on guns. We talk about concealed carry, gun laws, personal preferences and how the entertainment industry gets it wrong. A little break from our usual topics but a really fun conversation...enjoy. @whiskeycongress on IG and X…
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318. Dan Lamothe. Hegseth is Confirmed. J6 Insurrections Go Free & Commit Crimes. Trump’s Hiring Freeze Slams Vets at VA. 82nd and 10th Mtn Troops to the Border. Hamas Releases More Hostages. Trump and ...
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1:16:11This is what blowing things up looks like. Radical, damaging and confusing for millions. With so much unnecessary stress on regular Americans. This is what chaos looks like. This is what mayhem looks like. This is what Trump 2.0 looks like. As the country struggles to grapple with the chaotic transition your host Paul Rieckhoff rips into all of it.…
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Trump Week 1, Executive Orders, Pardons and Football
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1:07:54Steve and Jim are back together in the Cleveland Studio discussing Trump's first week including Executive Orders related to DEI, Immigration, Foreign Aid and gender. We also discuss the January 6th rioters being pardoned and since it's championship week...some football. Buckeyes, Bills, Chiefs, Commanders and Eagles....Enjoy @whiskeycongress on IG …
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Trump’s First 4 Days: Major Moves, Controversies, and What’s Next | Ricker and Bon #410
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1:09:28In this episode, we dive into the whirlwind first four days of Donald Trump’s second term as president. From executive orders targeting crypto and AI to the unexpected $TRUMP meme coin launch, Trump’s bold moves are already reshaping key industries. We discuss: ✅ The $500 billion Stargate AI initiative and its impact on tech giants like OpenAI and …
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Ep 255: Trump tries to alter the constitution, Biden in Trump's sights, domestic terrorists pardoned, Elon's Nazi salute, how dare Trump be asked to be Christian, no more WHO for the US, & NFL picks
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58:20Ep 255: Trump tries to alter the constitution, Biden in Trump's sights, domestic terrorists pardoned, Elon's Nazi salute, how dare Trump be asked to be Christian, no more WHO for the US, & NFL picks
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317. Trump 2.0 Is Here. President Mayhem is Back. 1600 Pardons for Insurrectionists. 1500 Troops to the Border. TikTok Should be Banned. Biden Says Goodbye. New Hegseth Allegations. Independents Hit a ...
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27:45He’s President now. Again. And he’s wasting no time. With national security and the debate over the Hegseth nomination for Secretary of Defense front and center, this show is rising to meet this trying and perilous moment. In the hard-hitting and independent way that defines this show. Our Paul Rieckhoff has decades of experience in many related ar…
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$TRUMP Memecoin, Bitcoin-Backed Loans, and New ChatGPT Update | Ricker and Bon #409
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1:04:20$TRUMP Meme Coin Frenzy: Donald Trump’s meme coin surges to a $5B market cap — liquidity stats, ownership risks, and potential market impact.Bitcoin-Backed Loans on Coinbase: Borrow up to $100,000 against your Bitcoin — what’s the catch, and who should avoid it?ChatGPT’s New Update: OpenAI introduces custom traits and nicknames for more personalize…
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Ep 254: The TikTok ban, Trump's upcoming inauguration, Congress is no longer independent, the horrible cabinet picks, Trump seeks expansion, a 34X convicted felon sentenced, one big bill, & NFL picks
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46:01Ep 254: The TikTok ban, Trump's upcoming inauguration, Congress is no longer independent, the horrible cabinet picks, Trump seeks expansion, a 34X convicted felon sentenced, one big bill, & NFL pick
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316. Kevin Baron. Hegseth Grossly Rolls On. The Critical Defense Questions That Weren’t Asked. The Trump Steamroller Is Accelerating. The Democrats Will Not Save You. Congestion Pricing Is Working, CFB ...
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1:03:22It’s been a massive, cold and painful week. And he hasn’t even been inaugurated yet. We’re hurtling towards more and more massive and painful weeks. And massive impacts. And this week the most consequential news revolved around the hearings for SECDEF and the cowardice of Republican Senators and their inability to stand up to Trump and deny Pete He…
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Los Angeles Fire of 2025 | Ricker and Bon #408
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1:13:17We talk a lot about the Pasadena, Eaton, Palisades fire that hit close to home.If you want a prize, send us a DM of your rating on Instagram http://instagram.com/rickerandbon
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315. California is Burning. And America is on Fire. The Country Braces for Trump. Congress is Sworn In. Zuckerberg Bends the Knee. Hegseth Hearings Loom. CFB and NFL Playoff Picks.
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19:01The New Year is here. And the world is on fire. Trump is headed back to Washington and you better believe the next few months are going to be as wild of a time as we’ve seen in years. And that’s saying something. But the new year is a time for resolutions and your host Paul Rieckhoff has an idea for one for Biden or Trump or both of them together. …
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Tesla’s Sales Decline, Cybertruck Explosion and Apple’s $95M Settlement | Ricker and Bon #407
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1:14:23Tesla’s Annual EV Sales Drop for the First Time in Over a DecadeHistoric Decline: Tesla sold 1.79 million vehicles in 2024, marking its first annual sales drop in over a decade.Quarterly Miss: Delivered 495,570 vehicles in Q4, falling short of analyst expectations.Stock Reaction: Shares dropped 5.8% after the report despite rising 63% in 2024.Chall…
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We're Back...New Orleans, Vegas, Elon and Football
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1:12:03After a few weeks off, Steve and Jim are together in the Cleveland Studio to discuss the terrorist attack in New Orleans, the cybertruck explosion in Vegas, Vivek and Elon's role in the government and football (college playoffs and NFL MVP). Enjoy. @whiskeycongress on IG and XBy Whiskey Congress
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314. Scott Galloway Replay. A Look Back at Prof G’s Predictions for 2024. The United States vs Itself. Young People Being Left Behind. Reinvest in the Middle Class.
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45:392025 is here and we’re still on break. 2024 was a rough one and we needed to catch up on rest after a historically hectic year. And we’re sure 2025 is going to be just as crazy so we thought it would be fun to see how last year’s first guest of the year did with their predictions for 2024. He’s fan favorite Prof G, Scott Galloway (@ProfGalloway). H…
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Netflix’s NFL Takeover, Apple’s $20B Google Drama, & Christmas Spending | Ricker and Bon #406
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26:11Netflix scores 24M viewers per NFL game in its Christmas Day debut, featuring Beyoncé’s halftime show for fans in 200+ countries.Apple defends its $20B search deal with Google in a landmark antitrust trial reshaping how we search online.China announces a record $411B treasury bond issuance to drive growth in electric vehicles, semiconductors, and i…
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313. Ken Burns Replay. The Master Documentarian on Extremism in America, Ukraine, The Importance of The Midterms, Doing a Film on Iraq & Afghanistan, His Dog Chester.
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35:18The holidays are here and we’re taking a much needed break, but we wanted to leave you one more holiday gift before we left. It’s a special episode from our archives and it’s one that means a lot to us. We’re rewinding things all of the way back to fall of 2022, right before the midterms. It was a time when we needed to hear a voice of reason. Some…
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President-elect Donald Trump announced his support for a new GOP proposal to fund the government temporarily and raise the debt ceiling just before a potential government shutdown. The plan includes $100.4 billion in disaster aid and extends government funding through March 14. However, it faces resistance from both Democrats and conservative Repub…
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312. Jason Alexander. Fifth Annual Festivus Episode!! Drone Madness. Tuberville Doubles Down On Dumb. Daniel Penny & Elon Musk Visit Army Navy. Democrats Fumble Another One. Elf on the Shelf Exhaustion ...
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1:39:47The holidays are here and for long-time listeners, that means one thing and one thing only. The legend! The iconic actor who played George Constanza on Seinfeld--friend of this show—conscience for America—and American icon: Jason Alexander (@IJasonAlexander) is back for his annual Festivus visit and it’s every bit as epic as you’ve come to expect! …
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Meta’s AI Nuclear Leap, Hot Ones Sold to Soros, & Stanley Mug Scandal | Ricker and Bon #404
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1:16:32Meta dives into nuclear data AI, Buzzfeed sells its iconic Hot Ones franchise to George Soros, and Stanley's faulty mugs stir up consumer outrage! Get ready for a deep dive into the most intriguing headlines of the week! Meta’s Nuclear Data AI: Meta announces a groundbreaking AI initiative to analyze nuclear data, aimed at advancing clean energy an…
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311. Leo Shane III. The Legendary Military Times Reporter on Hegseth’s History and Rocky Nomination. Collins for VA Secretary—Who Is This Guy? Assad Goes Down. Musk and Ramaswamy Wanna Cut All Vets Benefits ...
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1:22:01Leo Shane III (@LeoShane) understands the intersection of politics and the military better than almost anybody. He’s covered Capitol Hill and the White House bureau chief for the Military Times for 20 years and has countless awards for his commitment to his craft and tireless dedication and outstanding reporting. He’s an inspiring journalist who ha…
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Bitcoin Hits $100K, $200 OpenAI o1, and Chaos in South Korea | Ricker and Bon #403
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1:18:23In this episode, we dive into Bitcoin's milestone as it reaches $100K, explore Google DeepMind's groundbreaking AI weather model GenCast, and break down the chaos in South Korea following the declaration of martial law. Plus, insights on OpenAI's premium ChatGPT Pro subscription. Stay tuned for all the latest on these game-changing developments! Bi…
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Ep 253: The UHC CEO murder, Joe pardons Hunter, Herr Trump looks to consolidate North America, French government collapses, martial law in South Korea, Candace Owens banned, and my NFL picks.
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55:17Ep 253: The UHC CEO murder, Joe pardons Hunter, Herr Trump looks to consolidate North America, French government collapses, martial law in South Korea, Candace Owens banned, and my NFL picks
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310. Sebastian Junger. Hegseth’s Mom Pushes Back. Biden Pardons Hunter. Dems Are Ridiculous. Of Course Trump’s Sec of the Navy Never Served. The Economist Wants to Cut Vets Benefits. Russia Steals Ukrainian ...
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1:17:20December has already been crazy. But it may feel like the calm before the storm once we get to January. With less than 60 days until Trump’s inauguration, the news, chaos and controversy is taking no holiday break. And we’ve got the perfect returning guest to help us make sense of all of it. And anticipate what may come next. Best-selling author Se…
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Drake Sues Universal, Marketing Music, & Blackstone Buys Jersey Mike's | Ricker & Bon #402
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1:31:07We got Sean Gunner Lee in the house for Thanksgiving week and we talk about Drake suing his own label, how to market music organically on TikTok and Blackstone buys the second largest sandwich chain in Ameirca.
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309. Thanksgiving 2024 Special. Matt Gaetz Goes Down. The Salt Typhoon Hack. Women in Combat is a No Brainer. Senator Redneck vs Ukraine. Rogan vs Klitschko. Twitter vs Bluesky. More Independent Veteran ...
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36:39It has been a very stressful fall in America. For everyone. The election has left us all exhausted and exasperated. Especially independents stuck in the middle of the partisan madness. And whether your guy won, your gal lost, or you’re feeling like we’re all losing our damn minds–we got you. It’s a good time to take a step back from the cable news …
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Gaetz Gone, Trump, Putin, Ukraine and NCAA Football
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1:03:08Steve and Jim are together in the Cleveland Studio to discuss Matt Gaetz's withdrawal from consideration for Attorney General (as well as his replacement Pam Bondi). We also discuss the impact of the power transition in the US government and how it impacts the war in Ukraine and the potential collapse of the Russian economy. Finally, we talk about …
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Kendrick's GNX Drops, Bitcoin 100K, and Google's Antitrust | Ricker and Bon #401
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1:22:13Kendrick Lamar's GNX Project: A dive into Kendrick’s new record and how it means the Warriors definitely win the chip in 2025. Crypto Market Updates: Key wins, losses, and what’s shaping the future of cryptocurrency. Google Antitrust Battle: DOJ’s push to break up Google’s Chrome browser—what it means for tech and advertising.…
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Ep 252: The far-left's bs purity tests, Gaetz is finished, Trump's unqualified cabinet picks, deploying the military on US soil, recess appointments, Pokemon Go, and my NFL picks.
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51:56Ep 252: The far-left's bs purity tests, Gaetz is finished, Trump's unqualified cabinet picks, deploying the military on US soil, recess appointments, Pokemon Go, and my NFL picks.
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308. Barbara Starr. Hegseth Backlash Grows. Pentagon Purge. Deploying US Troops Against Migrants. Collins Is Trump’s Radical VA Sec Pick. The Onion Buys Infowars. RFK Jr Returns. Biden Unshackles Ukraine ...
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1:29:58The flood of emotions, political news and outrageous Trump cabinet nominees continues. And so do the potential threats to our country. Trump wants to deploy US troops to remove migrants. A controversial SecDef nominee wants to ban women in combat (while they’re in combat now). RFK Jr could lead HHS. The new VA Secretary nominee is hardly even menti…
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Trump Cabinet, North Korea, Russia, Fights and NFL
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1:12:15Steve and Jim are together in the Cleveland Studio to discuss the impending appointments of key cabinet positions including Matt Gaetz as Attorney General, Pete Hegseth as Sec of Defense, Marco Rubio as Sec of State and more. We also discuss the chaos in the world, Steve welcomes the concept of Thanos solving the world's problems; Russia; North Kor…
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Ep 251: Trump's cabinet picks, Trump's new agency, Thune replaces Mitch, Oil execs bark back, tariff prep, "how to change my vote", The Onion own InfoWars, & NFL picks.
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1:11:58Ep 251: Trump's cabinet picks, Trump's new agency, Thune replaces Mitch, Oil execs bark back, tariff prep, "how to change my vote", The Onion own InfoWars, & NFL picks.
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7-Eleven's Big Move Apple’s Smart Home Surprise, Grubhub’s Fire Sale, and Burrito History | Ricker & Bon 400
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1:22:34In this episode, we explore major shakeups across industries. We start with 7-Eleven’s huge potential acquisition that sounds like Succession. Next, we dive into Apple’s latest venture into smart home tech, showcasing how the new product could change home automation. We also uncover the story behind Grubhub’s shocking sale at a 91% discount and wha…
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307. Exclusive: Dan Osborn. The Breakout Nebraska Independent Shares Lessons Learned. The Axe and the Trees. Hegseth for SecDef is Nuts. We Don’t Need a Third Party Now—We Need No Party. How Kodi Sawin ...
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1:06:00Union organizer, mechanic, first-time candidate and superstar independent Navy veteran, Dan Osborn (@OsobornForSenate) is back and he’s here to let us know what it was like to run the highest profile independent political race since Ross Perot, how he broke through, and what’s next for him and the movement. You met him here first back in May in Epi…
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Post Election Discussion, NFL and Tyson v Paul
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55:35Steve and Jim are together after the election to discuss the Republican landslide victories as well as Biden's Legacy. We also talk about the Jason Kelce incident and Saquan Barkley reverse hurdle followed by a drug test and the upcoming Tyson/Paul fight...enjoy. @whiskeycongress on IG and XBy Whiskey Congress
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Ep 250: My 2024 Presidential election recap, and a discussion about what happens next.
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1:13:13Ep 250: My 2024 Presidential election recap, and a discussion about what happens next.
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