Best Bing Bang Podcasts (2024)

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Bing Bang Bonus: Cricket 48:26

19d ago48:26

48:26

Cricket Trivia has arrived. What legal term is also used for the two little wooden sticks that sit on top of the vertical stumps that make up the wicket? The six Caribbean cricket associations of Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, the Leeward Islands, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Windward Islands collectively play international cricket under what name? Wha…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: LACIE NAVIN TALKS IOWA CBD (PART 2) 33:59

3d ago33:59

33:59

In this compelling Part 2, Colin Murphy and Lacie Nevin dive back into the Iowa CBD industry, exploring its unique challenges and triumphs. Lacie, a pioneering force in the field, delves into the regulatory twists and turns that continue to shape Iowa's hemp market. She reveals insider perspectives on the power struggles, shifting policies, and ong…

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Ep 254: General Trivia 18:53

6d ago18:53

18:53

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! Who played Will in Will and Grace? Alan Cumming played which god in Son of the Mask a few years before that same god got a major starring role in a different franchise? What wedding anniversary is represented by gifts of fine china? The more than 4,000 foot-long Grand Coulee Dam in Washi…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: LACIE NAVIN TALKS IOWA CBD (PART 1) 36:33

9d ago36:33

36:33

Today, Colin Murphy welcomes Lacie Navin, a true trailblazer in the CBD industry in Iowa and the owner of multiple SunMed stores. Lacie dives into her unique journey, sharing how she launched Iowa's first CBD store in early 2019 and faced intense legal challenges, including felony charges and business shutdowns. Her story showcases resilience, grit…

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Ad-Free History of Rome Patreon 1:12

9d ago1:12

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Become a patron and get the entire History of Rome backcatalog ad-fre, plus bonus content, behind the scenes peeks at the new book, plus a chat community where you can talk to me directly. Join today! Patreon: patreon.com/thehistoryofrome Merch Store: cottonbureau.com/mikeduncanBy Mike Duncan

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DOS AND DON’TS: PHONE PRIVACY EXPOSED – UNLOCKING, WARRANTS, AND HACKING RISKS! 19:50

1M ago19:50

19:50

Bobby Rehkemper teams up with Angela Campbell, a seasoned trial lawyer, to tackle the pressing issue of phone privacy. They dive deep into the legal landscape surrounding phone unlocking, the power of search warrants, and the looming threat of hacking. Bobby and Angela dissect critical questions, such as whether police can force you to unlock your …

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Ep 253: General Trivia 17:42

1M ago17:42

17:42

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! What is the name of Sabrina Carpenter's debut album? NBA legend Steve Nash was born in what country? What is the plural of the word crisis? In which game series is the main character a treasure hunter named Nathan Drake? Which religion was introduced to Japan in the 6th century CE? How m…

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GRL VICTORY VAULT: STRATEGIC LAWYERING THAT PREVENTED A FINANCIAL CATASTROPHE 24:47

1M ago24:47

24:47

In this gripping episode of “GRL Law’s Victory Vault,” host Grant Gangestad sits down with Colin Murphy, a seasoned GRL Law attorney. They dive into a high-stakes legal battle that could have led to a financial catastrophe if mishandled. Colin outlines the intense struggle against harsh fines and penalties, showcasing strategic maneuvers and expert…

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Ep 252: General Trivia 21:08

1M ago21:08

21:08

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! Moo Deng is a pygmy hippopotamus that has recently going viral, what does the name moo deng mean? In the popular sitcom Night Court, what was "Bull" Shannon's first or middle name? Ichtyology is the branch of zoology devoted to the study of what animal? What author earned a Guinness Worl…

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LAWSPLAINING: CAN DOMESTIC ABUSE NO-CONTACT ORDERS IMPACT GUN RIGHTS? 16:12

2M ago16:12

16:12

In this thought-provoking episode of Law ‘Splaining, host Bobby Rehkemper tackles a crucial legal issue: Can the government, under the 2nd Amendment, prevent individuals who are under a no-contact order for domestic abuse from possessing firearms? Bobby dives into an in-depth exploration of this topic. He examines how constitutional rights intersec…

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Ep 251: General Trivia 19:28

2M ago19:28

19:28

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! At what temperature is Centigrade equal to Fahrenheit? Which WNBA player just won the WNBA 2024 Rookie of the Year? In linguistics, a word derived from a verb and used as an adjective is known as a what? What is the main ingredient in Greek tzatziki sauce? In Arrested Development, George…

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Ep 250: General Trivia 16:43

2M ago16:43

16:43

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! Beyonce and Andre 3000 covered Amy Winehouse's Back to Black for the soundtrack to what 2013 film? According to chartable.com, what non-speaking podcast is the fifth most popular podcast in the usa as of 10 September 2024? In 1889, what replaced the Washington Monument as the world's tal…

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DOS AND DON’TS: NAVIGATING THE RISKS OF WHISTLEBLOWERS AND THE FALSE CLAIMS ACT 19:40

2M ago19:40

19:40

In this gripping episode of "Dos & Don'ts," host Bobby Rehkemper teams up with trial lawyer Angela Campbell to unravel the complexities of the False Claims Act. Bobby starts by presenting a chilling Reddit question from a user who, after helping convict a fraudulent lab company, now fears retaliation from the implicated doctor. This scenario sets t…

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Ep 249: General Trivia 19:52

2M ago19:52

19:52

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! What is the term for patterns of leg movement during locomotion across solid ground, often used when describing horse movement? Which Roman architect and engineer specialized in the construction of ballista and scorpio war machines, and was inspirational in a later drawing by da Vinci? A…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: RELIGIOUS EXEMPTIONS AND CANNABIS: IOWA'S RFRA CHALLENGE 40:59

2M ago40:59

40:59

In this compelling episode of The Straight Dope, host Colin Murphy, also known as the Dope Yoda, is thrilled to welcome Carl Olsen, the Dope Godfather. Together, they delve into the intricate world of religious exemptions and cannabis regulation. They cut through the complexities of Iowa’s approach to the religious use of controlled substances. Mor…

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Ep 248: General Trivia 16:24

2M ago16:24

16:24

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! National Geographic magazines have what color border on the cover? Which country has won the most Academy Awards for Best International Feature Film with 14? What was (and is) made by a craftsman known as a 'Luthier'? Currently used in vehicle registration plates, which 2 letters represe…

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GRL VICTORY VAULT: DEFENDING THE ACCUSED AGAINST DECADES-OLD CHILD SEXUAL ASSAULT ALLEGATIONS 18:28

2M ago18:28

18:28

In this compelling episode of "GRL Law’s Victory Vault," host Grant Granestad is joined by seasoned attorney Scott Michels as they thoroughly explore the high-stakes world of defending a client against child sexual assault allegations nearly two decades after the alleged incident. Throughout the episode, they delve into the complexities of a case w…

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Ep 247: General Trivia 16:59

3M ago16:59

16:59

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! The vixen is the female of what species? What battle, that took place in 1942 and 1943 in southern Russia, was the bloodiest of World War II and arguably in all of human history? In the Nursery Rhyme, what did the old man play knick-knack on for the number three? What magazine took to ca…

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LAWSPLAINING: CAN SOCIAL MEDIA LAWFULLY MANIPULATE WHAT POSTS YOU SEE? 18:03

3M ago18:03

18:03

In this episode of Law ‘Splaining, host Bobby Rehkemper tackles a pressing and controversial question: Can states compel social media platforms to more fairly balance the information that appears in people’s feeds? Dive into the legal limits on social media as Bobby explores the complexities of this issue, breaking down the recent Supreme Court cas…

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Ep 246: General Trivia 20:46

3M ago20:46

20:46

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! Words of protest, command, or excitement such as "Wow! Yikes! Zoinks!" are known by what grammatical term? Who was the host of the Canadian version of American Bandstand, called Music Hop in 1963, his first hosting job before moving on to more famous gigs? What's the northernmost Scandin…

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Ep 245: General Trivia 18:34

3M ago18:34

18:34

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! What is at the center of the Milky Way galaxy? Which port city has surpassed Port of Singapore to be the biggest port in the world? The design of the iconic Creeper from Minecraft was the result of a failed attempt to create which other Minecraft creature? Which athletic apparel brand's …

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Ep 244: General Trivia 19:07

4M ago19:07

19:07

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! What is the name of the California facility that serves as a workplace for director, writer, and producer George Lucas? In Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, who taught Alice the Lobster Quadrille? Perihelion, the closest point in Earth's orbit to the sun, occurs in which month? What is a…

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LAWSPLAINING: TICKTOK BAN? 14:07

4M ago14:07

14:07

Congress has passed a law that requires TickTok to divest itself of Chinese ownership or be banned within the United States. Is TickTok a foreign controlled weapon for social espionage or merely a platform for the free exercise of speech and expression? Are there legitimate concerns? What are the constitutional implications? How does the First Amen…

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Ep 243: General Trivia 21:22

4M ago21:22

21:22

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! Interkosmos was a program designed to help with crewed and uncrewed space missions for the allies of which country? From the ancient Greek for "assembly or meeting," what term is used for a council of a Christian denomination, usually convened to decide an issue of doctrine, administrati…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: CARL OLSEN PART 2 24:06

4M ago24:06

24:06

There was so much to cover with Carl Olsen that we split this episode into two parts! And now that there is an approved secular use for marijuana in Iowa under the medical cannabidiol act, Iowa Code chapter 124, can the State still deny his right to consume THC for religious purposes? I expect the newly enacted Iowa Religious Freedom Restoration Ac…

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Ep 242: General Trivia 23:38

4M ago23:38

23:38

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! Who invented a reading system for the blind in the 1820s? What was the first product to have a jingle? Which 1987 song by Kylie Minogue was the first to top the charts in both the United Kingdom and Australia? The imperial amazon or sisserou parrot is endemic to which Caribbean island? W…

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DOS AND DON’TS: MEGGAN GUNS - TRICYCLE AND A CONVICTED SEX OFFENDER 16:38

4M ago16:38

16:38

We are not going to ruin the surprise effect of this episode of Dos and Don’ts by putting any of it in the description. We will just say, Meggan Guns was warmed up in her last episode, so we decided to turn up the heat. She wants to be the next Dallas County Attorney. Can she answer the tough questions? Here is a hint about this episode. It involve…

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Ep 241: General Trivia 18:59

4M ago18:59

18:59

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! What French term, which literally means 'outside the work', in essence means that which is "not part of the ordinary set of courses in a meal"? The ancient Parthian Empire was centered in which presnt day country? What 6-letter word denotes a grassland plains in a semi-arid climate, whic…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: 20 TONS OF MARIJUANA FOR RELIGIOUS USE 30:15

5M ago30:15

30:15

Is there a First Amendment defense to importing 20 tons of marijuana for religious use? Join a fascinating discussion with Carl Olsen as he takes viewers on a nearly 50-year, pioneering journey of defending his constitutional right to consume sacramental cannabis as a member of the Ethiopian Zion Coptic Church. I consider him the foremost expert on…

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Ep 240: General Trivia 20:27

5M ago20:27

20:27

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! What 1886 novella was the film The Nutty Professor based on? Acheiving the feat at 13 years, 89 days, who is the youngest solo artist to top the Billboard Hot 100 with the song "Fingertips Pt. 2" on August 10, 1963? What is the term for a pouch that functions traditionally as a kilt pock…

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GRL VICTORY VAULT: EMPLOYER GROSS NEGLIGENCE IN MINING COLLAPSE 20:30

5M ago20:30

20:30

In this episode of GRL’s Victory Vault, we delve into a remarkable case where justice prevailed in the face of gross negligence by an employer. We speak with GRL partner Cory Gourley about a harrowing mining accident that resulted in the tragic death of the client's son. The son's employer's egregious negligent conduct was so pronounced that the ju…

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Patron Tournament: Round 3, Game 3 34:10

5M ago34:10

34:10

On Today's Patron Trivia Tournament: We are excited for our final game of round 3 of the Patron Trivia Tournament! We have two wonderful patrons with Amy as "Clever Girl" vs Richard as "Warm in Cleveland". We challenge them to some hard questions like: What type of acids can be defined as "molecules used by all living things to make proteins? Who w…

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LAW 'SPLAINING: DISCARDED DNA 17:01

5M ago17:01

17:01

We have been saying it for over a year now. Eat your damn crust! After the Iowa Supreme Court case at the center of this episode we can now add to that advice. If you don’t want Big Brother getting your DNA clearing your table and straw from the Iowa famous Pizza Ranch restaurant. The ultimate question we dive into on this episode of Law Splaining …

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DOS AND DON'TS: MEGGAN GUNS - UNLIMITED FUNDS? 14:52

5M ago14:52

14:52

We finally tricked a prosecutor into appearing on GRL Raw! Current Assistant Polk County Attorney and candidate for Dallas County Attorney, Meggan Guns faces the firing squad on another riveting episode of Dos and Don’ts. Do prosecutors have to consider the financial costs associated with a prosecution? Do they strike deals because it might be too …

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Ep 239: General Trivia 19:01

6M ago19:01

19:01

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! What is the first book in the Empyrean series by Rebecca Yarros? What three word catchphrase is used to invite members of the audience to play "The Price is Right"? Louis the Twelfth of France married the sister of which Tudor King? Peppo was the original name of which soda brand that ha…

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VICTORY VAULT: SCHOOL DISTRICT FAILS SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENT 21:16

6M ago21:16

21:16

In this episode of GRL’s Victory Vault, we shed light on a case where justice was not only served for a young client but also held a school district accountable for its own failures. We speak with GRL partner Bobby Rehkemper about a case that started with a tragic incident: the sexual assault of a special education student by another student within…

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Patron Tournament: Round 3, Game 2 32:33

6M ago32:33

32:33

On Today's Patron Trivia Tournament: We are excited for Game 2 of Round 3 of the Patron Trivia Tournament! We have two wonderful patrons with Nolan as "Leonard Nimoy" vs Bryson as "Lonnie Donegan". We challenge them to some hard questions like: Fez is the second-largest city in which country? To be "vulpine" means 'of or resembling' what kind of an…

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DOS AND DON'TS: BLIND, FURY, INAPPROPRIATE CUSTOMER 14:03

6M ago14:03

14:03

Jill Zwagerman was warmed up with the softball in our last episode, so we crank up the difficulty level on this Dos and Don’ts. This one involves disabilities, a Furry, a pupachino and a naughty customer. What is an employer required to do to protect its people from unruly customers? Are Furry’s a “protected class?” What is a “protected class”? Jil…

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LAW 'SPLAINING: SOCIAL MEDIA AND GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES 14:08

6M ago14:08

14:08

You comment on your Mayor’s Facebook page about how he is doing a terrible job. Your comment gets deleted. You comment again. It gets deleted. You go to comment again. You are blocked! The First Amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees citizens the right to speak their mind, dissent against the government and express their opinions. I…

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Ep 238: General Trivia 19:15

6M ago19:15

19:15

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! At which California prison did Johnny Cash record a live concert in 1968? What was the name of the bull terrier dog used for an extensive ad campaign marketing Bud Light beer in the late 1980s? What is the more common term for a contusion? What type of mammal follows the . (Dot) in a fil…

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DOS AND DON’TS: MY GIRLFRIENDS BOSS TOLD HER TO BREAK UP WITH ME 16:45

6M ago16:45

16:45

GRL Raw takes Dos and Don’ts to an entirely new level this season with guest appearances from local lawyers who have a special set of skills on the topics of discussion. We kick it off with Jill Zwagerman of who specializes in Employment Discrimination cases; think Sexual Harassment. We sit Jill down, throw a few drinks down her throat and hit her …

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Patron Tournament 2023: Round 3, Game 1 26:30

7M ago26:30

26:30

On Today's Patron Trivia Tournament: We are excited for Game 1 of Round 3 of the Patron Trivia Tournament! We have two wonderful patrons with Laura as "Major Data's Wife" vs Melanie as "Do Not Pass Van Gogh". We challenge them to some hard questions like: Swedish reality show Expedition Robinson was the forerunner to which American reality show? Th…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: CIVIL LIBERTIES AT STAKE IN UNIVERSITY GAMBLING SCANDAL 25:52

7M ago25:52

25:52

On this episode of the Straight Dope, Colin’s guest, Andrew Mertens, Executive Director of the Iowa Association for Justice, discusses the latest developments in the gambling controversy that rocked the University of Iowa and Iowa State athletic departments last fall. What technology did the state’s Division of Criminal Investigation use to target …

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VICTORY VAULT: PROSECUTORIAL MISCONDUCT AND SANCTIONS 36:36

7M ago36:36

36:36

In this episode, we crack open GRL’s Victory Vault to shine some light on a case where not only did GRL Law get a great result for a client but were also able to dole out some justice to a prosecutor. We sit down with GRL partner Matt Lindholm to explain how a rather routine Operating While Intoxicated charge took an unexpected turn when Matt’s tho…

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Ep 237: General Trivia 22:11

7M ago22:11

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A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! Who is the oldest person to travel into outer space? What is the name of the British national anthem? In the 20th Century denture makers added what to false teeth to give them a radiant glow? Who was the first boxer to win championships at five different weight classes? In Dungeons & Dra…

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LAW 'SPLAINING: TRUMP BALLOT BALLYHOO 11:49

7M ago11:49

11:49

Lawsplaining is where GRL Raw breaks down fancified legal mumbojumbo over beers and explains it so that all may understand. On this very first episode we tackle the hot-off-the-press United States Supreme Court decision involving the Trump Ballot Ballyhoo. Can a State keep a presidential candidate off of their ballot? What was their theory that lea…

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Ep 236: General Trivia 22:27

7M ago22:27

22:27

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! What is the name of the main antagonist in the Bond novel and film version of "The Man with the Golden Gun"? ShenValley Hospital, named for its location in the heart of Shenandoah Valley, VA works repairs on antique bisque, China head, and papier mâché items of what kind? What was the fi…

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STRAIGHT DOPE: HEMP DERIVED THC UPDATE 19:38

7M ago19:38

19:38

Welcome to the Straight Dope where Colin Murphy dishes the plain truth on all things vice in Iowa. In this episode, Colin chats with Bobby Rehkemper about consumable hemp products. Want to know how to tell what is legal to possess and consume? And what will get you arrested? Gummies, vapes and mushroom products are covered. Colin also reviews Iowa …

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Ep 235: General Trivia 19:58

7M ago19:58

19:58

A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these! Which actor played Tony Soprano in the HBO show The Sopranos? The Rainbow Bridge was built to replace the Honeymoon Bridge, which collapsed in 1938 at what famous landmark? Name any of the three types of wood Noah’s ark was said to be made from. What substance causes Superman to lose his…

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April Fools Day 2024 7:36

8M ago7:36

7:36

Happy April Fools! We hope you are ready for some silliness! For realy trivia, please listen to our other episodes. Music Hot Swing, Fast Talkin, Bass Walker, Dances and Dames, Ambush by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Don’t forget to follow us on social …

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