Best Z Wave Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 487 - Talking All About Z-Wave with Zooz’s Agnes Lorenz

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On this week's show: We sit down to chat Z-Wave with Zooz's Agnes Lorenz, pick up a few news stories about Hubitat getting a new app, Switchbot is making a remote, a mailbag question about under-cabinet lighting, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!By Gavin Campbell, TJ Huddleston, & Seth Johnson

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Astrology & Energetic Insights with Chiron Yeng 40:23

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Send us a Text Message. TNT SpiritWorks and Chiron Yeng discuss the astrological influences and their correlation with La Familia Nuestra Energy Calendars for the month of July. They explore the transition from Cancer to Leo, the concept of ease, and the importance of being in action while remaining receptive. They also touch on the significance of…

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Investigative report sheds light on Chicago missing person cases 50:29

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A joint report from Invisible Institute and City Bureau highlighted the pattern of neglect by Chicago police when Black families report a loved one missing. The report's authors, Trina Reynolds-Tyler and Sarah Conway, join the show to discuss their findings.By WDET

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Wintrust Business Lunch 7/1/24: Market forecast, robots for rent, HR changes

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Segment 1: Jack Ablin, Chief Investment Officer, Cresset Capital, talks to John about how well the market has performed this year, investors’ reaction to President Biden’s poor debate performance and the aftermath, his outlook for the market in the second half of the year, and what investors should be looking at for the remainder of the year. Segme…

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Wintrust Business Minute: Chicago’s minimum wage is now $16.20 an hour

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Dave Schwan has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago’s minimum wage is now $16.20 an hour. A new law puts the minimum wage on equal footing with small and large businesses. Until now, it was a tiered system. The tipped minimum wage rises to just over $11 an hour. It’ll continue to rise for five years. If you’re dr…

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Wintrust Business Lunch 6/28/24: Steady market, EV innovation, sustainability transformation

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Segment 1: Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins John talk about the inflation data released today, the market reaction to the data, why ‘the trend is your friend,’ if he sees buying opportunities, what economic data has him concerned, the relatively healthy economy, and how …

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Wintrust Business Minute: DeVry University announces partnership with 1871

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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. DeVry University has announced a partnership with Chicago’s innovation hub 1871 aimed at fostering and advancing artificial intelligence advancements and entrepreneurship. As part of the partnership, DeVry participated in 1871’s annual AI Innovation Summit this week …

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Reacting to the Biden-Trump presidential debate 50:28

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On this episode of "Created Equal," host Stephen Henderson is joined by PR and communications consultant Karen Dumas and Arab American News publisher Osama Siblani to discuss the first 2024 debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump — strong and weak points, the presidential race and how the debate affects African American…

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The Locker Room: On Bullying and Mental Health 29:55

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The Locker Room is about the causes and effects of bullying and how it impacts mental health. In this podcast, I interview a teen and two adults and include information from Kenyata Brown of CHRIS 180. This podcast was made to bring awareness to bullying and to inform viewers of the negative effects that bullying can impose on the youth of today.…

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Andre Iguodala on the Ruthless Business of the NBA, Being Humbled by Melo, & Lessons from Iverson 1:25:33

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Four-time NBA Champion and Finals MVP Andre Iguodala stopped by to chop it up with the guys about the unforgiving business of the NBA, getting humbled by Melo in High School, Allen Iverson's advice to them about the media, and much more. Tap In! 0:00 Start 2:45 Mikal Heading To The Knicks 8:00 Julius Randle Role On The Knicks 11:44 Difficultly Find…

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Wintrust Business Lunch 6/27/24: Hotel occupancy, heat wave economy, Amazon Prime Day

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Segment 1: Michael Jacobson, President and CEO, Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association, to talk about the health of the Chicago area hotel industry. With NASCAR, Lollapalooza and the Democratic Convention (plus conventions!) coming to town, can we expect hotel occupancy be near capacity for the summer? Segment 2: Bree Fowler, Senior Writer, CNET, joi…

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A look at Republican efforts to court Black and Latinx voters 50:25

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The first debate between former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden is coming up tonight. Earlier this month, Trump made a campaign stop at 180 Church in Detroit in an attempt to appeal to both Black and Latinx voters. Today on "Created Equal" we're joined by five guests — including Lorenzo Sewell, lead pastor at 180 Church — to discuss …

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Wintrust Business Minute: Walgreens stock drops after cut to 2024 profit forecast

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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Walgreens stock dropped sharply after the Deerfield-based company cut its 2024 profit forecast. The pharmacy chain blames a worsening retail environment and says it’ll close a significant number of its underperforming U.S. stores. Walgreens didn’t say how many of the…

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Spiritual Tip #10: Planting Seeds- Releasing Expectations of Others Growth 13:59

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Send us a Text Message. TNT SpiritWorks discusses the concept of planting seeds in spirituality and the impact it can have on others. Beginning with a personal experience, they talk about how sharing spiritual experiences and knowledge can plant seeds in people's minds, even if they initially have doubts or skepticism. They emphasize the importance…

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Wintrust Business Lunch 6/26/24: Homebuying rules, student loans, Overflow Coffee

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Segment 1: Scott Bauer, CEO of Prosper Trading Academy, joins John from the CBOE trading pit to talk about why open outcry trading is still so essential. Segment 2: Liv Peterson, Events Producer with Overflow After Dark (OAD) Productions at Overflow Coffee in the South Loop, tells John about the incredible legacy of the space that houses the coffee…

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ReThink I-375 coalition releases list of 'action items' for MDOT 50:26

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ReThink I-375, a coalition of community voices challenging the “I-375 Reconnecting Communities Project,” released a list of 11 action items directed to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and other government officials on Tuesday. Coalition members Melanie Markowicz and Kimle Nailer join "Created Equal" to discuss the group's action it…

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Hidden attributes of Melbourne: Secret spots locals love 12:24

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Beyond the well known municipal and lifestyle features that deservedly make Melbourne one of the world’s most livable cities, lie the hidden suburban gems and insider secrets that only locals know about. We’re not talking about the well known suburb draw cards, like Edinburgh Gardens, Albert Park Lake or Lygon Street. We're looking at the places th…

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Wintrust Business Lunch 6/25/24: Mandatory vacation, range bound market, Fed policy

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Segment 1: Tom Gimbel, job expert and founder of LaSalle Network, joins John to talk about some employers mandating vacation time, if you should apply for a job if you don’t have all the requirements listed on the job posting, and how a job search often comes down to timing. Segment 2: Faron Daugs, CFP, Founder and CEO, Harrison Wallace Financial G…

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Uncovering the truth behind the phrase '40 acres and a mule' 50:30

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In the years following the Civil War, formerly enslaved Black Americans in the South were promised "40 acres and a mule" to provide them with land and resources for economic self-sufficiency. For many that promise was never fulfilled, and a recent investigation by the Center for Public Integrity found that more than 1,200 people received – and then…

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Waves of Spiritual Energy Revealed- A New Spiritual Tool 31:57

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Send us a Text Message. Teresa and Tom introduce the energy pattern calendars called "La Familia Nuestra" (LFN), a program available through their affiliate, the Wayshowers College. It reveals the different waves of energy organized by Spirit that influence everyone's lives, whether they realize it or not. The calendar consists of seven energy band…

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Wintrust Business Lunch 6/24/24: Gen Z debt, Level Ex on SpaceX, build-to-rent communities

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Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins John to talk about how Generation Z has been disproportionately pummeled by rising prices, higher housing costs, larger student loan balances and more overall debt than the millennials before them, how your name could help you get a free ride to college, and the impact c…

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Wintrust Business Minute: American Express to acquire restaurant software company Tock for $400 million

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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago-based restaurant software company Tock is being acquired by American Express for $400 million. The reservation software was developed by Alinea owner Nick Kokonas and former Google engineer Brian Fitzpatrick and founded in 2014. It employs about 200 people. A…

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First over-the-counter birth control pill expanding contraception access across US 50:24

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the first over the counter birth control pill is now available in pharmacies across the U.S. Dr. Meredith Field, an assistant professor in the Division of Social Sciences at Alfred University in New York, joined Created Equal on Monday to discuss how over-the-counter birth control access provides opportunities for greater gender equality and bodily…

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Episode 486 - No Time for Tapping

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On this week's show: After a long two weeks the HomeTech Team checks in with Seth's updates from Infocomm in Vegas, TJ reviews a number of Aqara products, Apple talks about AI and less about the home, Alexa may not be getting the AI, Arlo brings tapping to the home, two new universal remote options are on Kickstarter, Govee adds to their outdoor li…

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Weekly recap: Urban heat islands; the ‘lockdown generation’ and more 50:27

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Today on "Created Equal," we share highlights from this week's episodes, including “heat islands” and why urban areas like Detroit are more at risk during heat waves; how Gen Z became known as the “lockdown generation,” and more.By WDET

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Wintrust Business Lunch 6/21/24: Corporate tax, retirement Catch-22, Nicky’s of Beverly

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Segment 1: Michael Miller, Economics Professor, Western Washington University and Professor Emeritus at DePaul University, chats with John about the 2025 tax battle and the difference in the corporate tax plans being proposed by President Biden and Donald Trump. Segment 2: Paul Kostopanagiotou, Owner, Nicky’s of Beverly, tells John about their rest…

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Wintrust Business Minute: Restaurant replacing Dick’s Last Resort to open in July

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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. The restaurant replacing Dick’s Last Resort in Chicago’s Marina City towers finally has an opening set for July. According to Crain’s, Legal Sea Foods has two floors in the space at 315 N. Dearborn with private event spaces and outdoor terraces overlooking the Chicag…

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Wintrust Business Minute: Cameo to move headquarters to Fulton Market

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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. The video shout-out company, Cameo, is moving its headquarters to Fulton Market. The company’s signed a six-year lease for two floors of space at 320 N. Elizabeth. The first floor will be used for events and the second floor will be used for offices. Cameo currently …

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Wintrust Business Lunch 6/20/24: Retirement nest egg, school cell phone ban, Rocky’s Dojo & Gym

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Segment 1: Indira Venkat, Senior Vice President of Research, AARP, joins John Williams to talk about building a retirement nest egg and the resources AARP offers to older Americans looking to start saving for retirement or to increase the amount they are saving. Segment 2: Bree Fowler, Senior Writer, CNET, joins John to talk about California Govern…

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Why urban areas like Detroit are more at risk during heat waves 50:18

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In 2023, the nonprofit Climate Central found that the urban heat island effect is elevating local temperatures by at least eight degrees Fahrenheit in 44 U.S. cities — including Detroit — exposing residents to higher risks of heat-related illness and higher cooling costs. Sustainability expert Hessam AzariJafari and local forester Lawrence Sobson j…

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Julius Randle on Crazy Kobe Stories, Knicks Culture, Hard Truths from Magic Johnson & More 1:23:11

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Knicks star Julius Randle stopped by the couch in Red Hook to catch up with Melo and Mero. He provided updates about his health, the impact of Jalen Brunson on the Knicks, and How Magic Johnson gave him the career-changing tough love. Tap In! 0:00 Start 1:33 Shoulder Update 8:55 Relationship with Knicks Fanbase 15:20 Julius Goal When He Arrived in …

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Spiritual Tip #9: Growing with Those Around You 13:34

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Teresa and Tom discusses the aspect of growing with those around you. They share their personal experiences of trying to save and mold people around them, and how they eventually learned to accept that everyone is on their own spiritual journey. They emphasize the importance of embracing who you are and…

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Wintrust Business Lunch 6/19/24 – Terry Savage: Signals for a bear market

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Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about why people wrongly believe we are in a recession, if we are about to enter a bear market, what to know if you about your portfolio if you are close to retirement, and why you should be award of ‘sim swapping.’ As always, Terry answers all of your fin…

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Wintrust Business Minute: Pizza Hut rolls out their version of Chicago tavern-style pizza

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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago tavern-style pizza is going national. Pizza Hut is rolling out a new menu item called Chicago Tavern-Style Pizza and claims the chain is the only global pizza brand to offer the local favorite. Several choices will be available including a pesto Margherita, t…

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Art Waves June 18, 2024 53:49

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June 18, 2024 -- In this month edition of Art waves we talk to Devreaux Baker, Mendocino County first Poet laurel, follow by a conversation about the 24th anniversary to the arts organization in Fort Bragg Art Explores, and we end with the San Francisco Mime Troupe and their 65 season premier AMERICAN DREAMS - A New Musical.…

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The legacy of Juneteenth, nearly 160 years later 50:30

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Juneteenth marks our nation's second independence day — when the last of America's slaves were freed by executive decree. The day has long been celebrated by the African American community, but how do Americans commemorate the holiday today? On today's episode of "Created Equal," we take a look back at some previous conversations on the show that e…

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Wintrust Business Lunch 6/18/24: Hybrid work benefits, profit sharing, hidden tech fees

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Segment 1: Tom Gimbel, job expert and founder of LaSalle Network, joins John to talk about a new study that showed the success of having a hybrid work week. What are Tom’s takeaways from the study. Segment 2: Philippe Weiss, President, Seyfarth at Work, joins John to talk about the benefits of profit sharing. Philippe discusses a growing recognitio…

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How Gen Z became the 'lockdown generation' 50:24

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The increasing prevalence of mass shootings in schools and public places has forged an alternate name for Generation Z. Growing up in the midst of America’s gun violence crisis, some are calling them the “lockdown generation.” On today's episode of "Created Equal," Stephen Henderson speaks with a student, a former educator and a gun-violence expert…

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Thoughts and Experiences on Transition (aka Death) of Loved Ones 25:02

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Teresa and Tom discuss death and their spiritual perspective on transitioning into the afterlife. They share personal experiences and insights on how death is just a transition and that as souls, we are intelligent energy that continues to learn and grow. They talk about the importance of recognizing ou…

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Michigan author digs into the Midwest's Indigenous history 50:30

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In his latest book, "Raw Deal: The Indians of the Midwest and the Theft of Native Lands," Michigan author Robert Downes aims to highlight the often unknown history of the Indigenous populations in the region. Downes joins "Created Equal" to talk about his book and his life-long interest in Native American history.…

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Wintrust Business Lunch 6/17/24: Housing costs, shrinkflation, ReThink Citizen

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Segment 1: Phillip Shaw, CFP, Senior Advisor, Goldstone Financial Group, tells John about last week’s Fed meeting, interest rates staying steady, how many interest rate cuts does he expect this year, the driving force behind stubborn inflation, energy prices coming down, why he’s bullish on the overall market, and how people can keep their finances…

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Wintrust Business Minute: Owner of Megabus files for bankruptcy protection

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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. The company that owns Megabus has filed for bankruptcy protection. Coach USA made the filing in Delaware and says it owes creditors between $100 and $500 million. Megabus has commuter lines connecting Chicago to dozens of Midwest cities. The filing says the company h…

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Wintrust Business Lunch 6/14/24: Market pullback, hidden home costs, Chicago’s Pizza

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Segment 1: John Bever, Financial Advisor, Phase 3 Advisory Services, joins John to talk about what we should know about trillion dollar companies, if the stock market is overheated, what he expects the Fed to do in the ongoing fight against inflation, why he expects one rate cut this year (after the election), the economy still doing quite well, an…

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Wintrust Business Minute: Airline for dogs and their owners is coming to Midway

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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. You and your pooch can travel together in style on a new airline catering to dogs and their owners. Bark Air launched in May and will expand later this year to include Chicago’s Midway Airport. The airline uses Gulfstream G5 aircraft and a first-class ticket comes wi…

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Swiftly Unraveled: A Taylor Swift Deep Dive Podcast | Speak Now 14:03

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In this VOX ATL podcast, we are going over Taylor Swift's album, "Speak Now." Ethan Ford and guest, Jennie, will be going over the album, as a whole.By VOX ATL

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