Best Produced by Chris Pope Podcasts (2024)

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Creative Commons Licenses read by Zoe 25:27

11M ago25:27

25:27

You’re producing a sleep podcast for Marfa Public Radio, not unlike the one you’re listening to right now. You’re looking for music, a dulcet tune to lull your listeners into sweet sleep. You find a couple of lo-fi selections. But…can you use them? Are you allowed? Will you find yourself entangled in a stressful lawsuit around copyright infringemen…

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The Public Broadcasting Act of 1967 read by Elise 22:36

11M ago22:36

22:36

It’s 1967, you find yourself in the hallowed halls of an important national institution, that happens to smell like dust and popcorn. You’re seated in a rigid chair, looking upon the senate floor. The hum of discussion fills your ears as you sink deeper into your seat on the sidelines. Senators are discussing the future of broadcasting. The public …

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The NPR Style Guide read by Carlos 24:00

11M ago24:00

24:00

You’re writing up an article for the Marfa Public Radio website and you find yourself wondering… do I use an oxford comma? Is this the correct syntax for the situation? How should I go about capitalization? Should I use italics here? Can I use italics? Marfa Public Radio’s News Director, Carlos Morales has the answers to your questions. In this epi…

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A Brief History of All Things Considered read by Travis Bubenik 13:09

11M ago13:09

13:09

You’re listening to MPR in the afternoon. The program? All Things Considered. As you sink into a comfortable plush armchair, you ponder— where did this show come from? Who’s making this happen? Who has made this happen, historically? In this episode, Marfa Public Radio reporter and All Things Considered host Travis Bubenik reads a brief history of …

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The Dark Sky Ordinance read by Annie 19:21

11M ago19:21

19:21

After a brutally hot summer, the desert weather’s easing up. You like standing outside at night, but you find it gets dark, so dark that you can’t see a thing. You yearn to read outside, yearn to knit, yearn to play a game of solitaire every once in a while. At last, you decide to install an outdoor light. But you harbor a concern— you don’t want t…

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US Postal Regulations read by Yvonne 18:51

11M ago18:51

18:51

You’ve been sending out Marfa Public Radio merch packages all day to places near and far– tees to Tomball, caps to Cornwall, diner mugs all the way to Montreal. You’re surrounded by stacks of shirts, soft and inviting– a bed of cotton classic logo tees upon which you lay your head. You’re sending out the last order of the day and you wonder, what e…

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The Tower Regulations Manual read by Travis Pope 9:48

11M ago9:48

9:48

It’s a rainy night in Far West Texas— the drops hit the roof of the radio station, the pitter patter a percussive rhythm. You gaze out the window, and far away, you see lightning strike. Uh oh. You know what that means. The tower is out. In this episode, Marfa Public Radio’s station manager Travis Pope, reading a selection of The Tower Regulations …

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The Texas Administrative Code read by Mitch 18:38

11M ago18:38

18:38

You live in Texas. You find a phrase floating around in your mind: Texas Administrative Code. What is that? Is that a code of honor? Is it a code of conduct? Is it a secret code that gets you a discount at your favorite store? Is it a communication code, like morse? You don’t know. But Mitch Borden does know. In this episode, Marfa Public Radio’s P…

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FCC Rules and Policies read by Chris 20:54

11M ago20:54

20:54

You’re the programming director at Marfa Public Radio. Someone has pitched you an idea for a new show. It’s an edgy program that may contain questionable content. Are you up to date with the current regulations? Well, you should be. The FCC requires it. In this episode, Marfa Public Radio’s Programming Director, Chris Dyer, reads the FCC Rules and …

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A Brief History of Morning Edition read by Julie 14:28

11M ago14:28

14:28

It’s early in the morning, you reach over to your analog radio and turn the dial to hear a warm fuzz, breaking into the beginnings of your favorite program, Morning Edition. You find yourself curious– asking what is this show? Where did it come from? Who’s making this happen? Who has made this happen, historically? In this episode, Marfa Public Rad…

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WORLD CUP PREVIEW WITH EOIN MORGAN 32:59

11M ago32:59

32:59

With England (two-time, ODI and T20) the defending WORLD CHAMPIONS.... it's a unique situation that we're facing.... trying to defend it and assert our dominance over the likes of New Zealand, India, Pakistan and Australia.... who will be dying to get their mits on the biggest prize of all over the next 52 days. Joining us on the podcast - and chat…

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MARK WOOD'S ASHES DEBRIEF 47:42

1y ago47:42

47:42

THE ABSOLUTE LEGEND that is Mark Wood joins Chris and Greggy to reflect on the Ashes summer that's just gone by.... and get ready... because you are guaranteed to have a proper chuckle. Woody talks about: Broady's spooky bail-swapping magic His thoughts on English sledging vs Aussie sledging Being there at the end at Headingley alongside Woakesy Th…

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DONE IN BY THE RAIN - post Old Trafford 25:38

1y ago25:38

25:38

Chris Millard and James Gregg treat this podcast like a therapy session. If you too are absolutely feeling shafted by the Manchester rain... THIS is the place to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy England's Barmy Army

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HEADINGLEY HEROICS AND OLLIE POPE JOINS US 34:58

1y ago34:58

34:58

Never in bloody doubt was it, that? 2-1.... Headingley delivers once again.... and the comeback is on. All hail Mark Wood, Chris Woakes and Harry Brook....! Joining Chris & Greggy is injured star batsman Ollie Pope.... who's recovering from a shoulder injury but seems in good spirts as he talks through how much cricket he watches, when he's expecti…

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LORD'S REFLECTIONS AND HEADINGLEY HOPES! 24:57

1y ago24:57

24:57

Lord's was.... well.... full of talking points. Chris and Greggy jump on (without the help of a pundit to add credibility to their discussion!!!) to discuss Lord's, Bairstow's stumping, Starc's dropped catch.... and the rest of the Ashes series. It absolutely stinks of 3-2 doesn't it?! Remember you can get in touch with both @jamesgregg7 @chrismill…

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EDGBASTON BLUES.... (with Ryan Sidebottom) 33:24

1y ago33:24

33:24

Greggy, Chris and the absolute legend that is Ryan Sidebottom chew the fat after an eventful (to say the least!!!) opening Test of the 2023 men's Ashes. The Aussies are 1-nil up but is that such a good thing for them? Are the England players going to be EVEN MORE fired up to dust them up at Lord's next week?? Plus the lads recap a ridiculous Ultima…

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THE ASHES IS HERE.... AND SEEMINGLY SO ARE WE 49:32

1y ago49:32

49:32

THE ASHES ARE HERE... and what a summer we have that lies ahead. We want your predictions, highest run scorer, highest wicket-taker and overall series scoreline. Barmy Army MD Chris Millard and sports presenter James Gregg are here, back and ready to bring you some cracking tales from the terraces, speak to some of the game's best.... and tell you …

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CAPTAIN MORGAN 57:05

2y ago57:05

57:05

One of the best, if not THE BEST England cricket captain that there's ever been, Eoin Morgan, joins the podcast to chat through his new festival of cricket, his own career, the transition from red ball to white ball, and a few other meaty topics. A voice like velvet, who gives every question is upmost and undivided attention.... this is a belter of…

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Next Stop Pindi: KEATON JENNINGS 30:28

2y ago30:28

30:28

Keaton Jennings has had a blinder of a year.... a triple, double and loads of 'normal' centuries for Lancs in the County Championship... earning him the highest-run scorer gong and with it... a spot back in the England Test team! One of the nicest, most humble people we've spoken to on the podcast.... he gives Greggy & Chris the lowdown on how he's…

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ENGLAND WIN THE WORLD CUP 44:51

2y ago44:51

44:51

DEFENDING CHAMPIONS OF BOTH WORLD CUPS. Doesn't get much better, does it? James Gregg and Chris Millard react to Sunday's heroics in excitable fashion... and are also joined by yet another walking, talking meme! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy England's Barmy Army

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ENGLAND THUMP INDIA... AND ARE IN THE WORLD CUP FINAL! (feat,. Ebony Rainford-Brent and ACE programme) 42:47

2y ago42:47

42:47

England thumped India by 10 whole wickets to reach the final of the T20 WC Down Under.... and will play Pakistan on Sunday with a chance to get the job done! Remember folks to check out barmyarmy.com if you want to come to our World Cup Final watchalong at Greenwood Sports Bar in Victoria, London! Hear also from the brilliant Ebony Rainford-Brent a…

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ENGLAND PLOD ON.... DON TOPLEY, RAVI BOPARA 36:55

2y ago36:55

36:55

As England get past New Zealand... it's Sri Lanka standing in the way of Jos Buttler's men and the knockout stages of the T20 WC. Reece Topley's dad joins Chris and Greggy for a chat... and Ravi Bop pops along too, to give his final whistle verdict in Brisbane the other night! info@barmyarmy.com for any emails or correspondence @BarmyArmy on Twitte…

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T20WC Chat (pre-Ireland!!!), Fairbreak, Lydia Greenway and Paul Burnham 40:12

2y ago40:12

40:12

We have a nice episode for you here, England legend Lydia Greenway joins us to chat about Fairbreak, punditry, and growing the game for girls... Barmy Army co-founder Paul Burnham is alongside (if you've not heard his stand-alone episode, scroll back and have a listen.... tales galore!)... and prior to that Chris and Greggy chat the World Cup, Paki…

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BACK IN BUSINESS - Pakistan Tour chat with Ben Duckett and Nick Hoult 43:05

2y ago43:05

43:05

IT'S BEEN A WHILE. Sorry folks.... but to be fair, you've probably not missed us much for a variety of reasons, but we're telling ourselves that the main reason is that there has been so so so much cricket on. And how good did that Pakistan T20 series turn out to be? The small matter of the Word Cup starts next week, plus we have a Test series back…

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THE WRIGHT STUFF - Luke Wright 47:01

2y ago47:01

47:01

101 appearances for England across the two white-ball formats and a World Cup winners medal to show for his travails.... a pioneer in becoming a truly global franchise cricketer.... and somebody who has played cricket with and against some of the biggest names in the game.... Luke Wright joins the lads to chew the fat, talk IPL, PSL, BBL and the il…

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SUPER JOS BUTTLER - England Captain 41:21

2y ago41:21

41:21

The day after Super Jos Buttler is named as Eoin Morgan's successor as the England white-ball captain... we sit down with him and hear from him!! From the IPL to his chances of playing red-ball cricket again.... this episode is a belter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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THE FISH - Matty Fisher 59:46

2y ago59:46

59:46

Matty Fisher took a wicket with his second delivery in Test cricket in the West Indies on his debut.... what a way to do it... though let's be honest, long before that he was already a Barmy Army favourite after his interactions in the field with the fans... and the fact that he just looks like he LOVES every single minute of it. He's a great lad t…

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KP - KEVIN PIETERSEN 48:10

2y ago48:10

48:10

Kevin Pietersen the cricketer was one of the greatest players ever to play the game. He was brash, swashbuckling, creative, innovative, destructive, gritty and brilliant. Kevin Pietersen the pundit, commentator.... is still many of those traits listed above, but he polarises opinion far more than many would realise! Even so, just like he did in an …

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The nicest bloke in cricket - JASON HOLDER 32:50

2y ago32:50

32:50

As we ramp up the brilliant catalogue of star names in the game of cricket... one of the best blokes we've ever had on the podcast, former West Indies skipper Jason Holder joins us on The Shackles Are Off... discussing everything from the IPL to Amsterdam, Northants to sledging. He gives us his favourite cricket tea, too. Remember to get in touch w…

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HE’S BOWLING (podcasting) - Saqib Mahmood 53:13

2+ y ago53:13

53:13

Back on the trail... We're here on a new run of episodes talking to (now friend of the pod?!) and exciting young Lancashire quick Saqib Mahmood... who's loved his first experience of playing abroad with England in the whites in front of the Barmy Army. Saq talks IPL, playing for England, sledging.... and having the best batting average of any Engla…

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WE ONLY WISH YOU WERE ENGLISH - A TRIBUTE TO SHANE KEITH WARNE 23:43

2+ y ago23:43

23:43

We pay tribute to the legendary Shane Keith Warne. Rest in Peace. We only wished you were English. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy England's Barmy Army

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HARMY - Steve Harmison 51:10

2+ y ago51:10

51:10

Don't know how we've not had Harmy on before.... he basically does the podcast for us... we could talk to him all day every day about everything...!! '05 Ashes winner, legend... football manager.... we cover a lot of ground here! Get stuck in, and enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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WHISPERING DEATH - Michael Holding 50:09

2+ y ago50:09

50:09

249 Test wickets... 20+ years in the commentary box for Sky Sports. Michael Holding though, the all-conquering, fearsome and dominant fast-bowler and brilliant silky broadcaster, is a lot more than that. He, alongside Ebony Rainford-Brent, drew praise from around the globe... not just in cricket... but all sports... for their powerful words on thei…

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GILLY - Adam Gilchrist 1:02:38

2+ y ago1:02:38

1:02:38

A legend of the game... multiple Ashes, World Cups, IPL star... and one of the most destructive wicket-keeper batsmen ever to grace a field... Adam Gilchrist giving up an hour of his time to talk on the podcast was very bloody welcome indeed. He chats about everything from playing in the posh suburbs of South London, to that famous 05 Ashes series.…

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A WINTER DOWN UNDER - Izzy Westbury 38:55

2+ y ago38:55

38:55

So... December... right through to now... Izzy Wetbury's got a good job hasn't she? She's been in Australia since the start of the cricketing winter got under way, and she's still there! And that job she's got.... she's not half bad at it either... whether it be writing columns, podcasting, appearing on BT Sport or mugging the Aussies off on Triple…

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CHECKING IN IN BARBADOS WITH CHRIS 15:52

2+ y ago15:52

15:52

Whilst the West Indies T20 five match series is on going... it marks the first time we've had England fans flying anywhere to watch England play cricket for over 2 years.... how bloody exciting!! We're chuffed to be out there... well... one member of the podcast team is..... Chris is one lucky get.... Plus, NordVPN allows you to access UK content a…

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THE HOST - Matt Smith - BT Sport’s finest 32:45

2+ y ago32:45

32:45

Matt Smith has been all over our TV's for years and years across BBC, ITV and more recently he's become our friend in the middle of the night... anchoring BT Sports' coverage of the Ashes. He talks teething problems for the coverage, sleep patterns.... and THAT little bit of beef between Sir Alistair Cook and Moeen Ali last week. Plus hear what he …

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GLENN MCGRATH - The Pink Test 36:35

2+ y ago36:35

36:35

When the legendary Glenn McGrath rolled his ankle at Edgbaston in 2005... it changed the whole series, and perhaps English cricket forever... and that in itself speaks volumes about the impact that the great man had on his sport spearheading that exceptional Australian attack in the late 90's and early 00's. In his career he's experienced incredibl…

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ASHES DAILY - THE GABBA - EPISODE 3 featuring Gladstone Small, an engagement and Chris and Greggy spooning 27:14

2+ y ago27:14

27:14

What. A. Session. And no I'm not talking about the all-night party at Greenwood Sports Bar last night... we're talking purely in terms of what brilliant work that was from Rooty and Malan at the Gabba! In with a fighting chance of a result thanks to those two... up the lads. Chris and Greggy chew the fat, whilst Producer Chuck gets stuck into Glads…

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ASHES DAILY - THE GABBA - EPISODE 2 feat Finchy, Abbie and Quarantine Man Ash! 17:18

2+ y ago17:18

17:18

Welcome along to day 2 of the ashes here on the shackles are off.... daily.... we promised you daily, trying to bring you that ashes experience as best as we can through out this series.... now.... England still in with a fighting chance...? We hear from fans at the second of our overnight party's, this time from Sixes in Manchester. Join (lazy get…

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ASHES DAILY - THE GABBA - EPISODE 1 featuring Monty Panesar 18:07

2+ y ago18:07

18:07

IT IS FINALLY HERE!!! The Ashes got off to a start..... (a tricky one).... AND here you can experience the full thing... behind the scenes with Ashes legend Monty Panesar, as well as a whole host of other guests who stayed up all night with the Barmy Army to watch Day 1 from the Gabba! Unconditional support, and here Chris does a sterling job chatt…

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THE ASHES - EPISODE 3 - MATT ROOT 32:29

2+ y ago32:29

32:29

Matt Root. He was once quoted as being a farmer on Billy Root's Wikipedia page. He isn't a farmer by trade... we asked Billy about it... 'He farms cricketers.' And boy does he! Not only that, he's a great man, who's done more touring away from home and mixing it with the Barmy Army than most... he joins the lads for a chat ahead of watching his son…

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THE ASHES - EPISODE 2 - the legend that is PAUL BURNHAM 39:51

2+ y ago39:51

39:51

26 years ago a load of backpackers went on tour, armed with passion for watching cricket.... and not a lot else... and The Barmy Army was born! A man right at the very forefront of that was Paul Burnham. He's on the pod with the lads (finally) to chat to the lads about touring, how it all started, and obviously... some belting tales!! ------ The co…

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THE ASHES - EPISODE 1 - Tim Payne (yes, with a y) and the ‘Crying Aussie‘ 55:21

3y ago55:21

55:21

The Shackles Are Off's Ashes coverage starts right here. With the aim of doing a podcast Daily throughout the Ashes... the lads start their journey in the best possible way... taking the p*ss out of the Aussies.... Join James Gregg, Chris Millard.... and the Crying Aussie and Tim Payne Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch…

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T20 WORLD CUP DAILY* - EPISODE 5 - OLIVER PHELPS (aka George Weasley!) 44:23

3y ago44:23

44:23

As England march to the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup to set up a dangerous last-four date with New Zealand on Wednesday (2pm UK time!), the lads look back on another week at the World Cup.... and use it as an excellent excuse to chat to all-round cricket badger, lovely lovely bloke, and global superstar.... Oliver Phelps! Ollie's been on tours …

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T20 WORLD CUP DAILY* - EPISODE 4 - ALEX HARTLEY 29:40

3y ago29:40

29:40

The lads out in the UAE are 4 from 4.... with Sri Lanka posing the biggest threat to Morgan and the boys' rampant start. Oh and since the last podcast, Saq was right.... a comfortable victory over the Aussies on Saturday too. Absolutely love it. Commentating on TMS for the Sri Lanka game was World Cup winner with England Alex Hartley who joins the …

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T20 WORLD CUP DAILY* - Episode 3 - Saqib Mahmood 43:49

3y ago43:49

43:49

2 out of 2 baby! England have blown away the opposition going into the game with them lot from Down Under up next. The lads reflect on that, and chat to ODI superstar and Lancs paceman Saqib Mahmood.... who talks everything from Ashes hopes... predictions for the Australia match and Liam Livingstone's hairline... It's all coming up on the latest ep…

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T20 WORLD CUP DAILY* - Episode 2 - PHIL SALT 38:04

3y ago38:04

38:04

After a rampant win for England in their opener against the Windies.... maybe it shouldn't be "remember the name" any more??? And "remember the Rash!!" Ahead of England's second game in the UAE, the lads catch up with someone who was in the stadium in Dubai for the opener, as well as hearing from England and now Lancashire batsman, Phil Salt! Remem…

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T20 WORLD CUP DAILY* - Episode 1 - TOBY TARRANT 37:52

3y ago37:52

37:52

*kind of. With the T20 World Cup in the UAE already underway... and England about to start their campaign on Saturday... have a listen to the T20 World Cup Shackles Are Off Daily podcast... where the lads will be putting a podcast out for each England game with different guests, Legend & Shocker of the week, and also Chorus Corner. Our first guest …

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WAG - Danni Wyatt 47:31

3y ago47:31

47:31

One of the most explosive top order batters in the women's game, Danni Wyatt has won World Cups, Ashes... become one of the most recognisable faces in the game and absolutely smashes it in T20 and short-form cricket. She's had a decade of playing at the top level.... And during the summer, just as she was about to embark on a scintillating campaign…

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