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Two average guys giving their take on guns/ammo/kits and liquors each episode. Each episode we will talk about the things we like and dislike about each item we have in the lineup and tell you what our overall thoughts are and whether we think you should spend your hard earned money on the things we review
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We’re tired of it. Tired of the cryptic tasting notes. Tired of the elaborate marketing schemes. Tired of the pretentious plague that has sickened the whiskey industry for far too long now. We’ve had enough of the mind-boggling allocated bottle events where liquor store owners force grown men to act like 5th graders in exchange for a chance to buy a bottle of Weller at retail. The Hard Proof is on a mission to revitalize the whiskey industry and take it back to a time when whiskey was purcha ...
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Another Cannon, A Massively Good Bourbon, and an Off the Wall Vodka
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In this episode we try out another .44 MAG and see if its as good as the first. then we try a special edition Bourbon that turns out to be a very special bottle for Justin. then a vodka that breaks all the rules. Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your though…
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Let’s see how Woodford reserves 150 if Kentucky Derby anniversary bourbon stacks up and makes a whiskey sour Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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13 colony’s cask strength is it a new heavy hitter Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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Can the new king of budget bourbon compete with Eagle Rare
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Can Jim Bean seven year black hold its own against Eagle rare 10 year let’s find out Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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Is this new 7 year Jim bean the best budget bourbon out there Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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The Hard Proof - Episode 6: The "Old" Shootout
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There are so many "Old" whiskeys these days! Old Elk, Old Grand Dad, Old Line, Old Overholt, Old Barton, Old Medley, Old Taylor, the list goes on and on and on... So today, Benny brought a handful of his favorites to blind the guys on. Youtube: https://youtu.be/TFiOXS-rRxo Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p…
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The Hard Proof - Episode 5: Mail-Day Madness
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It's mail-day at the studio! This week we had some interesting bottles arrive at our doorstep, and we'll be breaking them down top-to-bottom. Will the marketing make or break these pours? Join us and find out! YouTube: https://youtu.be/IA52VdID36o?si=fLgaQzQO17g0klVf Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy…
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The Hard Proof - Episode 4: Bourbon and Bigfoot, with Luke Rodgers of Blurry Creatures
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Join JP, Benny, and The Lawman this week for a very special, and very blurry episode of The Hard Proof! Joined by special guest Luke Rodgers of the Blurry Creatures Podcast, this episode blends the best of both bourbon and Bigfoot. Follow All Things Blurry Creatures: https://www.blurrycreatures.com/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/IA52VdID36o?si=fLgaQzQO…
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Mother’s Day tribute from Double Barrel Podcast
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Today and barrel podcast we give thanks to all the mothers out there. Have you called your mom Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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Happy birthday to me I finally get to review Kentucky owl confiscated
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In this episode, we’re gonna do a fresh crack and dive into Kentucky. All complicated. I have been waiting a long time for this bottle and my birthday just seems like the perfect opportunity. Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all…
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The Hard Proof - Episode 3: Bye Bye, Blantons
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Wait, you mean to tell me JP is STILL upset about Blantons? In 2024? No... it can't be true... Wait, wait... What's he doing with that bottle?? Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thehardproof/videos Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel…
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The Hard Proof - Episode 2: Shootouts & Shenanigans
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Join the guys for one of the more literal takes on the term "shootout." YouTube: https://youtu.be/IA52VdID36o?si=fLgaQzQO17g0klVf Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Hard Proof - Episode 1: Whiskey, Wings, & Taters
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As if whiskey and taters weren't enough, the guys bring back some old segments to spice things up. Wings? BMX bikes and lube? Oh great... here we go again... YouTube: https://youtu.be/cW10iyDD1Uo?si=10fquTLMSkECJ7SK Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/…
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The day has finally arrived. Welcome to Episode 1 of The Hard Proof! Join JP, JD, The Lawman, and Benny The Kid as they blind some pours, talk whiskey favorites, and maybe even point a few fingers along the way... Youtube: https://youtu.be/k3skcuiijOA?si=6ejduRLFNw7K0WCt Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri…
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We look at the army's new choice for a sidearm. and then we go sideways with our choices behind the bar. stay tuned we are making some changes Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.…
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Remingtons Last Great Gun and an Surprising vodka and a Soulful Bourbon
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we look at the Sendero SF2 The last great remington gun in our opinion. we then look at a vodka with a slightly arrogant name but surprising taste and a bourbon the sounds like its from a cartoon but provides an amazing experience Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let u…
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Budget Friendly Pistol is it worth it then we Jump into a Viking Scotch and a Dessert Wine for the end of the year
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On this episode we look at a budget friendly pistol that comes with some nice attachments. then we look at a scotch whiskey from Scotland that doesn't mix well. the we have a very nice dessert wine to finish out 2023 Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your th…
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in this episode Justin was asked how we know Teremana is a good in more than a margarita so we found out Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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What rifle do we recommend for a female hunter
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talk about a question we got asked about what to get a female hunter Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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In This episode we look at the BAR an American ICON. Thats not Really American Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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Double Barrel Tries a Small Distillery Vodka and a Heavy Hitting Scotch Whiskey
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In this episode we try a Small Distillery Vodka and a Heavy Hitting Scotch Whiskey. Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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A Pistol That We Finally Agree on Everything Then We Look at Chris Vodka Standard and a Celebratory Whiskey
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We Look at a Walther P22 a pistol that we actually both agree on everything about it. then we look at what Chris uses as his standard vodka and discuss why its not my favorite. then we look at what should have been my first bourbon. Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let…
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Watch the full video trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_PO7QFnmJc&ab_channel=TheHardProof We’re tired of it. Tired of the cryptic tasting notes. Tired of the elaborate marketing schemes. Tired of the pretentious plague that has sickened the whiskey industry for far too long now. We’ve had enough of the mind-boggling allocated bottle events …
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Double Barrel Examines The B.A.R. Then Tries a Small Distillery Vodka and a Heavy Hitting Scotch Whiskey
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In This episode we talk about an American Icon that's not wholly American. then we look at two very interesting liquors that gave us some surprises. Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.…
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Double Barrel asks should you buy the Remington VTR
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In this episode we ask is the VTR worth the money Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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On this special episode we talk about all the things we take hunting and tell whether we think you should take this things with you or not and whether the brands we used were worth it. on this special episode we did not talk any drinks but don't worry we have plenty more coming soon Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and…
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Double Barrel asks should you buy the Remington VTR crystal head vodka vs teremana tequila
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on this episode we discuss a rifle that should have been good and two celebrity alcohols to find out if they're any good or worth the money. (we had some technical failures and apologize for the poor audio quality we are working to resolve the issue.) Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like an…
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Double Barrel Discusses Kaniche Rum Vs Johnny Walker Gold Label
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We talk about a new rum that genuinely surprises us and a old tried and true friend. Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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This episode we talk about and old but good yet frustrating rifle. Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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Double Barrel talks about Silver Dollar Vodka from the HC distillery and the Elijah Craig Barrel proof B523
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we talk about two very different liquors. The Silver Dollar Vodka and the Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch B523. we'll see how these two stack up and whether we think they are really worth their price tags Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We a…
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in this episode we talk about the H&K 45 auto and whether or not its worth the asking price Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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Double Barrel Takes on the Ruger M77 Mk2 Kaniche Rum and Johnny Walker Gold Label
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in this episode we take on and old favorite, an old problem and tries something new Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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Double Barrel on H&K45 auto and Silver Dollar Vodka vs Elijah Craig Bourbon Barrel Proof B523
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We look at a well built handgun, and then drink what should be some good drinks Always remember never drinking drive and never makes your guns and alcohol. Please comment like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts. We appreciate all the support.By Justin Kemp & Chris Hardman
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Thank you for all your years of listening, supporting, and spreading the word about our show. This journey has gone far beyond our greatest expectations, and it's all thanks to you. Cheers! Learn More: Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva…
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It's with a heavy heart that we announce the Blue Collar Bourbon Show will be ending March 29th, 2023. Thank you for your continued support over the nearly 5 years we have been on this journey, it means the world to us. Learn More: Hotline: (888) 572-3889 - Press 2, and leave a message Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lastin…
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This week we're taking a virtual tour of a viral speakeasy! Join us as we chat with our friend Sterling about he and his wife's hidden-door speakeasy, the R-Bar! Learn More: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_r_bar Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia See Privacy Policy at http…
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Despite Mind-Games-Madness and D-Rock's complications, the guys still manage to agree on something... Heck, they might just agree on everything! Learn More: Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://a…
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Whiskey Review: Woodford Reserve Historic Barrel Entry
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Friday is here! And so is a new limited offering from our good friends at Woodford Reserve. Join us for our review of the 2022 Master's Collection Historic Barrel Entry Bourbon. Learn More: Woodford Reserve: https://www.woodfordreserve.com Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia See Pri…
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JP brings the pours and the wonderings this week! We'd love to hear D-Rock's thoughts on the Wildcard Wondering, but he's busy... getting an oil change? Guess the show must go on! Learn More: Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal…
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Whiskey Review: Old Line Single Malt Whiskey
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So nice we had to have it twice! Our friends at Old Line Spirits sent us their Single Malt Whiskey for us to try, and even though we fluffed with it a few weeks back, we enjoyed it so much we had to record a bonus about it. It's also JP's first time tasting it, so will it join the list of single malts he hates, or break through to be a buy? Learn M…
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In true D-Rock fashion, nothing can ever be simple. Whether it's introducing a try-scale, or flipping the fluffer on it's head, no part of the Blue Collar Bourbon Show is safe from his shenanigans! Well... except maybe Choose Your Cheers... Learn More: Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lasting…
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Mail-call! Our dear friends at Barrell Craft Spirits have sent us their latest offering, Barrell Bourbon Batch 34, for review. This high proof bourbon is bound to be delicious, but will that taste justify the high price tag? Tune in to find out! Learn More: Barrell Craft Spirits: https://www.barrellbourbon.com Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee…
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Mind-Games, Rap Names, and Bluegrass Fame
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This week we are joined by Jordan Tice of the bluegrass quartet Hawktail! After a new gameshow from the mad mind of JD, we blind Jordan on some blue-collar pours. Does JD dare to trash an episode with a special guest? Tune in to find out! Learn More: Hawktail: https://www.padiddlerecords.com/hawktail Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecolla…
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The Most TOASTED Bourbon EVER? Old Forester EXTRA EXTRA OLD
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We try the new Old Forester 117 Series: Extra Extra Old - which is essentially 1910 but aged for 2 years in toasted barrels. This whiskey is RIGHT UP TJ's alley so they guys try it and grade it. Then, they pull out some Woodford Double Double Oaked to compare the two. Make sure you subscribe to the channel and let us know what you're sipping on dow…
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We may be short on hosts this week, but we're certainly not short on fantastic pours! Join us for a special bonus where friend of the show "JR" brings in some of his favorite "less than blue collar" pours for us to taste and review. Learn More: Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia Se…
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It's Wildcard Week at Blue Collar Bourbon, and this time he's teamed up with Beer Boi to bring a little something special! Also, JD has had enough with AI... Learn More: Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice…
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Whiskey Review: Old Charter Oak French Oak Bourbon
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From D-Rock's very own personal collection, join us for our review of Buffalo Trace's limited offering: The Old Charter Oak French Oak Bourbon. Will we give it a oui oui or a non? Tune in and find out! Learn More: Old Charter Oak: https://www.oldcharteroak.com/story/french Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: http…
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D-Rock shakes things up this week with some truly unique pours! Also, JP and JD team up to bring a "wildcard wondering" to the table. Learn More: Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr…
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Whiskey Review: Larceny Barrel Proof Batch A123
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Join us for an extra-hot mail call, as we review the latest Larceny Barrel Proof offering from our friends at Heaven Hill. Learn More: Heaven Hill: https://heavenhilldistillery.com Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbon Lasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmedia See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri…
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