A podcast that explores the “Greatest Show on Earth” everyday life & politics of NYC and the NYPD. Explore the life & careers of our guests. Hear real unfiltered views & opinions from those who at one time policed the streets of NYC. Hear True Crime Stories like you never heard them before! THE FINEST UNFILTERED PODCAST
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Diakonos: A Cop’s Calling aspires to promote law enforcement with Biblical truth and to help people better understand the calling of a police officer.
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DA Alvin Bragg Drops Charges Against Columbia Protesters
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On this episode Eric & John Sit down and discuss Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg Dropping Charges Against Columbia Protesters. To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltered?si=Y5ZcHqdgVLunTYx9X: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheFinestUnfiltered https:…
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On this episode of #TheFinestUnfiltered John & Eric sit down and discuss a 50% in Shootings in NYC and more. To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltered?si=Y5ZcHqdgVLunTYx9X: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheFinestUnfiltered https://www.insta…
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Interview of Yi Andy Chen - Candidate for New York State Assembly District 40
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On this episode of Crime & Politics #TheFinestUnfiltered John sits down Yi Andy Chen - Candidate for New York State Assembly District 40. Yi is running in the Democratic Primary against a far left incumbent Ron T. Kim who openly called for Defunding the NYPD & the legalization of prostitution. Link to learn more about, follow or donate to Yi Andy C…
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Ecuadorian Man Arrested for a Sexual Assault of a 13 year old NYC girl
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On this episode of #TheFinestUnfiltered John & Eric sit down and discuss this absolute travesty that occurred in Queens To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltered?si=Y5ZcHqdgVLunTYx9X: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheFinestUnfiltered https:…
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06-17-2024 Are Sanctuary Cities Breaking Federal Immigration Law ?
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Gang Members From Venezuela Carjack Off Duty NYPD Officer
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On this episode of #TheFinestUnfiltered John & Eric sit down and discuss the announcement by the TJX companies that security guards will begin to wear body cameras in an effort to deter theft from their stores. To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfil…
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On this episode of #TheFinestUnfiltered John & Eric sit down and discuss a recent article about Retired NYPD Chief Joe Fox who is now a CCRB Board member Related Article: https://nypost.com/2024/06/08/us-news/civilian-complaint-board-chases-away-cops-overhaul-needed-pba/ To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefine…
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On this episode of #TheFinestUnfiltered John & Eric sit down and discuss the NYPD announcing Officers will no longer be allowed to wear beards Related Article: https://www.police1.com/nypd-issues-beard-ban-with-exemptions-for-religious-health-reasons To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Yout…
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TJ Maxx Announces Security Guards Will Begin Wearing Body Cameras
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06/08/2024 NYPD Officer Stripped Of Gun For Refusing To Help His Partner
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06/06/2024 -Can Concealed Carry Permit Holders Carry A Legally Owned Firearm In NYC ?
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Episode # 3 of Crime & Politics John discusses a viral subway altercation and whether or not the 2nd Amendment applies in NY. To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltered?si=Y5ZcHqdgVLunTYx9X: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheFinestUnfiltered …
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Episode # 2 of Crime & Politics: According to the NY Post the illegal immigrant who shot 2 NYPD Cops is a suspected member of the “Tren de Aragua gang” which is the largest criminal organization in VenezuelaTo learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltere…
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NYC Sanctuary City Policy Vs. Public Safety
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On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss NYC Sanctuary City Policy Vs. Public SafetyTo learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltered?si=Y5ZcHqdgVLunTYx9X: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheFinestUnfiltered https://www.instagram.com/johndmac…
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This is the first episode of Crime & Politics with John D. Macari Jr, brought to you by #TheFinestUnfiltered Two NYPD Cops were shot in Queens by an Illegal Immigrant from Venezuela early this morning Public safety officers in plain clothes say they attempted to stop a suspect on a scooter at 89th St. and 23rd Ave., in Elmhurst queens around 1:40am…
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Is Donald Trump NYC's First Felony Conviction of 2024 ?
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On this episode Eric & John discuss the Felony Conviction of Donald Trump over an accounting error. They discuss the hypocrisy of NYC pursuing the conviction. Also Discussed is Boston's Mayor Seeking to stop prosecuting for low level offenses such as shoplifting as well as NYPD Deputy Commissioner of Operations Kaz Daughtry appearance on @DrPhilPri…
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On this episode Eric & John sit down former NYPD Sergeant Steven Lee being fired from the NYPD & sentenced to 6 months in rikers island (prison) for a misdemeanor assault charge stemming from a bar brawl. Also discussed is more insane anti-police legislation coming out of Chicago this time as well as NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell's appearance on …
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Analysis Of NYC Council's Public Safety Budget Hearing on 5/9/2024
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On this episode Eric & John sit down and discuss NYC Council's Public Safety Budget Hearing that occurred on 5/9/2024. To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltered?si=Y5ZcHqdgVLunTYx9X: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheFinestUnfiltered https:/…
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Should Law Enforcement Vote For Robert F Kennedy Jr. ?
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On this episode Eric & John sit down and discuss "Is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. a Law & Order Presidential Candidate & If Law Enforcement should support his campaign. Related Articles: https://www.kennedy24.com/policies https://www.isidewith.com/candidates/robert-kennedy-jr-2/policies/criminal https://thewestsidegazette.com/the-underdog-presidential-can…
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The NYPD Is Under Investigation For Its Social Media Practices
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On this episode Eric & John sit down and discuss the how the Department of Investigation is investingating the NYPD's use of social media as well as several tweets made by NYPD Chief Of Patrol John Chell plus much more ! To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheF…
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On this episode John & Eric discuss why they feel the NYPD is no longer apolitical. To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltered?si=Y5ZcHqdgVLunTYx9X: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheFinestUnfiltered https://www.instagram.com/johndmacari/ htt…
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Anthony Weaver and Gary Lowe are creating a new podcast called Lowe Expectations...a direct spin-off of the Lowe Expectation episodes on this podcast. On this new podcast we aim to entertain and educate as we banter about all things police work, current events, and life in a confused culture. Subscribe to Lowe Expectations wherever you listen to yo…
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Lowe Expectations Take 13: Shoulder Checks, Robbers in Church, and Warriors in Nashville
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On this episode Gary and Anthony talk warriors in Nashville, flying sniper rifles, embarrassing moments, why we don’t use Buddha’s name in vain, shoulder checking cops, men taking over women’s history month, Robbers in church and why you’re a racist if you drink coffee, Plus much more in this...the final episode of Diakonos: A Cop's Calling Podcast…
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Warriors, Wounds, Servant Leadership, and Code 3 Urgency with Ret. Police Officer MC Williams
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Michael "MC" Williams from The Centurion Law Enforcement Ministry joins Anthony to talk about his career and share his testimony. They scratch the surface of his 35+ year career. He's held many different ranks and positions and has been wounded in the line of duty. They also talk about being a Guardian vs. Warrior, the code 3 urgency MC holds for t…
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Lowe Expectations Take 12: Man Bun Assassins, De-Escalation, and DA Gascon’s Evil Love of Criminals
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Anthony and Gary talk National Anthem, Man Bun Assassins, DA Gascon’s evil love of criminals, De-Escalation with violence, the talk, a murdered baker, shooting down science projects, and one of us is exposed as a Rhianna fan. Gary Lowe/Lancaster Leather: https://instagram.com/lancasterleather?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Podcast Website: www.diakonosacc.com…
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Leadership, Complaints, and a Saving a Shot Kid with Ret. Lt. Eric Dym
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Retired NYPD Lt. Eric Dym joins me on this episode. He is known as the most complained cop on the NYPD but few have taken the time to hear his story. He is also the co-host of New York's Finest: Retired and Unfiltered Podcast. We have a broad ranging conversation about his career, leadership, and the Civilian Complaint Review Board in New York and …
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Lowe Expectations Take 11: Tyre Nichols, Pelosi, Lawsuits, Armed Citizens, and Extra Cheese Face Punches
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On this episode Gary and I share a unique perspective on the arrest and death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis, the odd video depicting the attack on Nancy Pelosi’s husband, lawsuits and the police, armed citizen vs. a robber, extra cheese to face punches, Lancaster Leather, and shock therapy for filler words. Podcast Website: www.diakonosacc.com Music b…
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Lowe Expectations Take 10: Officers Charged, Essential Movements for Criminals, and Arsonists on Fire
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Gary and Anthony kick off Season 3! They discuss the last officer of 2022 and the first officer of 2023 to pay the ultimate sacrifice. Also discussed are officers being charged criminally, SAFE-T act essential movements for criminals, arsonists who light themselves on fire, and slurs you can use against white people. Podcast Website: www.diakonosac…
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Supporting Our Shields with Hollywood Morris
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Henry "Hollywood" Morris, the creator of Support Our Shields and the Critical Conversations podcast, joins Anthony on this episode. He shares his riveting story and how that led him to boldly support law enforcement. He openly talks about the level of violence and heartache in his home and neighborhood. He shares his journey, highlighted with a fla…
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As always a must listen episode to get caught up on some law enforcement current events. On this episode: 1) Virginia politician that wants to criminally charge parents that don't affirm or allow their children to change their gender 2) School Administrators that left masked armed gunmen into their school 3) An officer involved shooting in San Anto…
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Family Violence, Forgiveness, and KUtheDIP with Ofc. Nick Quintana
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North Las Vegas PD Officer Nick Quintana speaks with Anthony on this episode. Nick was a Kicking Up the Dust In Pursuit (KUtheDIP) standout earlier this year when he and his wife took in 5 children after he responded to a murder scene. Nick tells that story and his story, detailing a childhood around drugs, abuse, gangs, and violence. Anthony and N…
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Gary and Anthony address some illegal immigrations issues, break down two officer involved shootings in Tacoma and Tucson, and get a bit heated about an officer who posted an unacceptable rant on TikTok. Plus Gary tells of his love of capybaras and provides a lesson on chickens roosting in trees. Video Link/OIS in Tucson/Warning Graphic: https://yo…
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Car Stop Uzi, Saddam Hussein, and Getting Soldiers Home with Ret. Sgt. Manny Luciano
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Anthony sits down with Ret. Sgt. Manny Luciano to speak about his career in law enforcement and the military. Manny shares personal and emotional stories from his time in law enforcement and his multiple combat tours in the military. This includes a car stop with an uzi, the murder of a baby, and his military duties after the capture of Saddam Huss…
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Gary and Anthony are at it again. You'll learn that Gary was a tennis star in high school and that he doesn't trim his chest hair. They also argue about the terrible communication problems in their friendship. In between all the banter they also look at a use of force incident out of Arkansas, Alec Baldwin pulling the trigger, inmates vs. incarcera…
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Policing in Louisville and the Breonna Taylor Raid with Ret. Sgt. John Mattingly
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Ret. Sgt. John Mattingly joins Anthony to discuss who he is, what made him passionate about police work, and the truth about the tragic search warrant that ended with him getting shot and Breonna Taylor's death. This riveting conversation will challenge what you think you know about that raid. In addition John speaks openly about the on-going threa…
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Gary and Anthony get after it again. We finally dive into and address the Uvalde school shooting and we talk about an officer involved shooting in Akron, OH. Other topics include a transgender prisoner impregnating female prisoners, 4 year olds shooting at and cursing cops, and protesters advocating for a criminal who tried to kill a mother and her…
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Anthony and Gary plumb the depths of mediocrity as they address speeding, preferred torture methods, and why Gary doesn't want you to know he wears shorts. Anthony has his normal social media rant and Gary is established as the better swimmer. In between all the silliness Anthony goes scorched earth on Chicago PD's final draft foot pursuit policy, …
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Boxing, Bike Accident, and Women in Law Enforcement with Det. Jessica Higgins
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Det. Jessica Higgins speaks to Anthony and Gary about her pro boxing career, a horrific bike accident, her career thus far in police work, and her take on women in law enforcement. Anthony discusses the incredible background and policies that led to the recall of San Francisco DA Boudin. He also highlights the KUtheDIP officer that stopped a murder…
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Gary and Anthony are back at it. A wide ranging conversation will assault your ears and includes topics all over the map. Gary believes he needs an advertisement. Anthony receives a lesson on the Latin saying "quid pro quo". Rhubarb, coaching soccer, and confrontation are also discussed. On the serious end of things they discuss the Uvalde school s…
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Senseless Mandates, Soaring Crime, and a Special Career with Retired NYPD Lt. John Macari
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Retired NYPD Lt. John Macari joins Anthony on this episode to talk about how the senseless COVID mandates pushed him to early retirement. He also talks about his observations on crime in New York from when he was a child to the present day. John highlights some of the work he did with the NYPD, the pressure and politics of the job, and shares a riv…
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On this episode Anthony and Gary continue to lower the bar on podcast excellence and then argue about it. The conversation starts with the similarities between mint and antifa and ends with their dislike of birthdays. In between they address selfies, an officer involved shooting in Grand Rapids, Michigan, border patrol news, criminals loving Distri…
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CrossFit Rebuttal, Darkness to Light, and Pastoral Care with Pastor Nate Lott
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Pastor Nate Lott joins Anthony on this episode and shares his testimony from darkness to light. He discusses his childhood, his substance abuse, his criminal activity, and how the Gospel changed his life. Pastor Nate also shares some important truth and care for police officers. In addition Anthony talks about a cop killer giving a speech to SUNY s…
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Gary and Anthony are forced to address CrossFit fallout and then set their sites on men who wear sports jerseys. They also talk about a felon covered in poop, the SCOTUS nominee proceedings, and the Philadelphia police officer that is going to be fired for an officer involved shooting. Woven into the discussion is Gary's shirtless story and some qu…
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Leadership, Car vs. Officer, and Adoption with Lt. Chris Laser
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Lt. Chris Laser joins Anthony to talk about his career thus far. They speak about their time together as partners, what true leadership entails, homicide scenes, and the night Chris was run over by a suspect in a car. At the top of the show Anthony pays tribute to retired Lt. Mike Bradley who recently passed away. Anthony also discusses the Portlan…
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Gary joins Anthony for the very first episode of Lowe Expectations Take One. They talk about police response to the freedom convoy in Canada, recognizing officer Covid deaths, and the federal governments involvement in handing out "smoking kits". They also make fun of each other and CrossFit athletes throughout the episode just to keep it light. ht…
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Rural Policing, Meth, and Standing in the Gap with Deputy Sheriff Adam Georgia
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Deputy Sheriff Adam Georgia from North Carolina joins me for this episode. We discuss the challenges he faces as he conducts patrol in a very rural area, the effects of meth on his area, and how his faith sustains him and helps him in the course of his duties. At the top of the episode So Woke It's Broke highlights DA Gascon in LA County and a trav…
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Ret. Det. Chris Depatto: Polygraphs, Field Training, and Commandeering Vehicles
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Retired Det. Chris Depatto joins Anthony on the very first episode of Season 2. He talks about his side gig as a public address announcer, his work as a polygraphist, and his career in law enforcement. In addition you'll get some news about the podcast, a brand new KUtheDIP segment, a brand new segment about wokeness in law enforcement, and how we …
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Thief Confrontation, George vs. George, and Assuming Risk
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On this Final Episode of Season 1 Lauren joins Anthony as they look back over the season. They also discuss a very cool KUtheDIP story, talk about George Washington Carver vs. George Floyd, discuss a recent confrontation with a thief that Anthony had, and discuss how Covid vaccine mandates are forcing officers out of jobs even in cities with soarin…
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Anthony has a new KUtheDIP segment out of Wisconsin where two officers engage in a fight for their lives with a felon intent on trying to kill them. In addition he points out how BLM actually doesn't care about black lives and why the whole social justice movement should be rejected. He closes out the episode talking about where our identity should…
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Bro Domestics, January 6, and English Lessons with Gary Lowe
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Gary and Anthony continue their conversation about current events. They finish out their thoughts on last weeks KUtheDIP winner before diving into talk of hot peppers, a Nalgene bottle domestic they had years ago, and the riot on January 6 at the U.S. Capital. In the midst of all that Gary still takes the time to give Anthony an English lesson. Ant…
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