Best Somm for the Day Podcasts (2024)

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Walking Ypres with guidl 8:28

15d ago8:28

8:28

Join Mat to hear all about guidl, a new audio tour app that he is contributing to. guidl takes you on walking tours to the world's most historic sites, narrated by leading historians. Mat's first guidl tour is of wartime Ypres and, in this special episode, Mat shares the first chapter of his Ypres walking tour. Download the app and find out more ab…

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How to Visit the Somme 39:51

12d ago39:51

39:51

The Somme region in northern France was the scene of some of the bloodiest fighting of the First World War. Today, it is one of the most important and evocative battlefields for Australian visitors. In this special episode, Mat explores the Somme region and tells you where to go, where to stay and what you will see when you are there. Watch the vid…

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Walking Gallipoli with Mat and Peter Hart! 33:04

2M ago33:04

33:04

Mat McLachlan and Peter Hart are going to Gallipoli! In this special episode of the podcast, the two historians and chums discuss their upcoming tour in May 2025, which will discover the battlefields of Gallipoli by walking in the footsteps of the men who were there! The 10-day tour begins in Istanbul on May 21, 2025, and we'd love you to join us (…

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Is It The Twilight of the American Sommelier? A Commentary on Eric Asimov's NYT Article 49:44

8M ago49:44

49:44

The esteemed Eric Asimov wrote a great article about the possibility that we are in the twilight of the American Sommelier. In response to his article, I approach this topic through a slightly different lens - does it have to be? To be clear - I love what Eric writes and this is simply a commentary through an approach that I truly believe can reign…

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Passchendaele: YouTube Live! 1:55

8M ago1:55

1:55

Join Mat McLachlan on YouTube Live on Feb 15, 2024 at 6pm Sydney (7am London) time to discuss the Battle of Passchendaele! Click here to join: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfWdbJGaBZ0 Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/battlewalks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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BONUS: Masters of the Air (from Living History) 59:09

8M ago59:09

59:09

A special bonus episode from our sister podcast, Living History with Mat McLachlan! To kick off Season 8, Mat is joined by historian John McManus to discuss the new Tom Hanks/Steven Spielberg production Masters of the Air, currently streaming on Apple TV+. Mat and John discuss the history behind the mini-series, and the immense contribution made to…

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BattleWalk 65: Live from Paris 37:07

12M ago37:07

37:07

Mat and Pete are on the last day of their Signature Tour of the battlefields of the Western Front. Join them for a recap of an extraordinary week's touring! Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Pete Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episodes from only $2.99 per month!: https://plus.acast.com/s/…

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BattleWalk 64: Live from Ypres 23:46

12M ago23:46

23:46

Mat and Pete are live on the battlefields! Join them as they discuss an exciting day of exploring 1918 battlefield sites, fascinating isolated cemeteries and a V1 rocket launch site! Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Pete Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episodes from only $2.99 per month!:…

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Don't Be Afraid To Ask Questions feat. Dustin Wilson, Co-Founder/Partner, Verve Wine 56:40

1y ago56:40

56:40

They say you should never meet your heroes... and they are wrong. Dustin and I spent nearly an hour discussing all parts of the wine industry from his start and how to build knowledge to the direction it seems to be going, how to talk to people about wine, and why we all need to do our best to track down the bottle of DRC Dustin hasn't yet tried. H…

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Que Syrah Shiraz 35:54

1y ago35:54

35:54

With it being Shiraz (Syrah) Day, it seemed perfect to actually kick off the new series from Wine C-Rex/Somm for the Day that is all about grapes. In this episode, we'll dive into the world of Shiraz and Syrah – two names for the same grape that bring their own charm to the wine glass. We'll explore the origins of this bold and expressive grape, un…

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Inclusivity in an Exclusive Club feat. Sarah Thomas of Kalamata's Kitchen 1:14:03

1y ago1:14:03

1:14:03

Inclusivity in an exclusive club. In this wide-ranging conversation with a “recovering sommelier”, Sarah and I discuss everything from being a sommelier at Le Bernardin to the reason behind her children’s book series – Kalamata’s Kitchen – and her approach to creating an inclusive space in an exclusive world. We could have talked for another two ho…

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Wine Regions and MURDER 38:39

1+ y ago38:39

38:39

Got your attention! No one gets murdered but there is a sweet analogy of federal murder laws and how they are handled broadly like wine laws. It makes sense if you listen. This episode helps to break down the importance, definition, and confusion of wine regions. With a focus on AVAs in this episode, I take you through what an AVA is, how it can be…

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BattleWalk 63: Operation Market Garden - Arnhem 53:01

1+ y ago53:01

53:01

Mat is joined by battlefield historian Jo Hook as they walk the famous Second World War battlefield of Arnhem. It was here in September 1944 that British paratroops fought a desperate action to capture the Rhine bridges, as part of the huge Allied attack known as Operation Market Garden. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Jo Hook Producer: Jess Stebnick…

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When We Gather feat. George Walker III of Wade Cellars 27:04

1+ y ago27:04

27:04

Let's be honest, it is intimidating to meet your heroes. And over the course of a 1 week period, I got to meet 3 of mine. This episode features one of the coolest, nicest, ambitious, driven people in the wine world. George Walker III (IG @georgewalks3) of Wade Cellars joins the podcast to talk about how he got into the game, what it means to be a p…

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BattleWalk 62: D-Day - Digging Band of Brothers 43:08

1+ y ago43:08

43:08

Mat and special guest Richard Osgood, an archaeologist who has dug on battlefields from ancient to modern, discuss Richard's latest project, an excavation of the English village where Easy Company trained before parachuting into Normandy on D-Day. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Richard Osgood Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-fre…

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Visiting Napa – I’ll Take a Bottle of That (But Now I Know Why) feat. Alain from the Napa Valley Wine Guide 1:01:54

1+ y ago1:01:54

1:01:54

Featuring Alain of Napa Valley Wine Guide. Alain and I chat about how to navigate prep for Napa, what it means to break down wine experiences into consumable doses, and make the whole wine experience space less daunting (but no less fun!). Alain's Napa Valley Wine Guide is all about making sure you have the perfectly customized and curated wine exp…

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Otherwise It's Sparkling White Wine: Why It's Not Just Champagne Wishes and Caviar Dreams 41:21

1+ y ago41:21

41:21

Sometimes, when the moment strikes, I just need to get some stuff out there. You may notice that I love to make sure I say it right when I refer to Champagne vs. Sparkling wine. This episode gives some really super duper clarity on how important it is to actually maybe probably see the difference. Not to be pretentious or fancy but to actually see …

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We're All Storytellers feat. Chef Eric Gephart 57:52

1+ y ago57:52

57:52

The interviews have begun! Thanks to Chef Eric Gephart for joining me for this awesome episode and thanks to the Andy and the wonderful team at Elephants Corner Wines in Winston-Salem, NC for hosting us and sharing some lovely wines. Chef Eric Gephart is the Director of Culinary Inspiration for Kamado Joe where he travels the world redefining what …

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BYOB or Why I Stopped Worrying and Brought My Own Wine 42:37

1+ y ago42:37

42:37

At some point in your wine drinking life, you have at least considered bringing a bottle of wine somewhere. It could have been a restaurant, a friend's house, a party… somewhere. In some of those instances, you followed through. And you did it with a purpose. Today, I am going to talk all about that purpose and help you figure out what to do when y…

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Join Mat and Pete on the Western Front! 1:55

1+ y ago1:55

1:55

Mat and Pete would love you to join them on their Signature Tour of the battlefields of France and Belgium in 2024. The Signature Tour is the only tour that Mat personally escorts, and it is the most popular tour offered by Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours. In 2024 the tour will visit all the key Australian battlefields of the Somme, the Ypres Salie…

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How to Go to a Wine Tasting and Not Get Sh*tfaced 31:46

1+ y ago31:46

31:46

We have all been there. The best of intentions, clear eyes, full stomachs, can't lose. But alas, by the end we spent a TON of money on wine we never actually wanted - or honestly couldn't even afford. Let's take a step back and revisit that approach. I will still be fun! I PROMISE! But maybe just take a minute to get those stars aligned to make sur…

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ANZAC DAY SPECIAL: Belgium, France and Gallipoli 53:52

1+ y ago53:52

53:52

In this special Anzac Day episode, Mat McLachlan speaks to historians Pete Smith and Peter Hart about the landscape of Belgium, France and Gallipoli, and how the secrets of the battlefields are still being revealed more than a century after the guns fell silent. Pete Smith reveals relics he's found on the battlefields of the Western Front, and Pete…

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Rosé All Day, Everyday & Twice on Sunday 37:55

1+ y ago37:55

37:55

Rosé is so freaking popular these days and I love it! There are two things I really want to make sure you take away from this new episode - 1. You are legally allowed to drink rosé all year long and 2. Rose is not made from the rose grape. It is made from all sorts of different red/black skin grapes. Pinot Noir? Yep. Cabernet Franc? You better beli…

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BattleWalk 61: Live from the Front! 22:33

1+ y ago22:33

22:33

Pete is out and about guiding a group on the battlefields! In this special episode live from the Somme he takes a breather from his hectic schedule to catch up with Mat about his experiences over the last few days. What's it like to lead a group of young people, who have no direct connection to the history of warfare, on a tour of the battlefields?…

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Wine Label Says What? When Everything You Need To Know Isn't There 54:07

1+ y ago54:07

54:07

One of the most frustrating experiences in drinking wine can be figuring out what wine is actually inside that bottle! How the hell can you read a label that often is in a foreign language and you don't know if it is telling you who made it, where it was made, what it was made with, or what sandwich the winemaker ate while making the wine. Or worse…

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BattleWalk 60: Normandy - SatNav Diversions (Part 2)! 53:47

1+ y ago53:47

53:47

Pete is back with the second episode in his series about touring the backroads of Normandy. While exploring V1 and V2 launch site, Pete let his SatNav lead him on some fascinating diversions, discovering often-overlooked battlefield sites he would otherwise have missed. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Peter Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a mem…

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F*ck Around and Find Out: Champagne and Super Tuscans 33:05

1+ y ago33:05

33:05

There is a fun meme/topic going around the internet these days that can be applied to loads of different situations. It’s called Fuck around and find out. Today, let’s look at what that means in the wine world and have some fun. There are rules. But we aren’t just here to talk about breaking rules, there are also accidents and mistakes. And the win…

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BattleWalk 59: Gallipoli - Suvla (Part 2) 1:19:29

1+ y ago1:19:29

1:19:29

Mat and Pete are walking one of their favourite battlefields, the Suvla sector at Gallipoli. The landings at Suvla Bay were a key part of the huge August Offensive, launched by the Allies in a last desperate bid to win the Gallipoli campaign. But what should have been a brilliant flanking manoeuvre became a siege, as the British dithered on the bea…

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GRAPE Madness: How Cabernet Took Down... Chenin Blanc? 32:31

1+ y ago32:31

32:31

As the Men’s and Women’s NCAA tournaments kicked off, I decided to create a little bracket challenge of my own… GRAPE Madness! Pitting 16 red and 16 white grapes against each other, IG followers voted every day. This podcast will talk about some of what I learned along the way. Why did I do it? I like the structure It gives at least a little organi…

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I'd Like a Wordle with the Somm 30:29

1+ y ago30:29

30:29

Today, as I enjoy another delicious glass of wine – to be named shortly, I want to connect wine to wordle, the puzzle game that has taken the world by storm. Why? Pop culture I play it every day Without realizing it, I have drawn on it for my approach to tasting wines. It is a global phenomenon that a LOT of people have played at least once. Starti…

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Believe: The Interconnectedness of Wine & Ted Lasso 27:13

1+ y ago27:13

27:13

You will quickly realize that I like to do two things in many of these podcasts. One – use analogies – it always helps me and hopefully it helps you Two – reference pop culture stuff As I record this episode, the world is just hours away from the release of Season 3 of Ted Lasso. Holy smokes, this couldn’t be more of a perfect time and topic. Now r…

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Another Wine Podcast Intro: Why This Time It's Different 25:20

1+ y ago25:20

25:20

An intro to Wine Connoissaurus Rex, I give an overview of all the types of episodes that could happen. In the intro episode, Clos du Val is the featured in the What's In My Glass and a general discussion of their winery focuses on their re-engagement of their Bordeaux roots. It is a general overview with more exciting topics in the coming episodes!…

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BattleWalk 58: The Somme - Serre 1:09:13

1+ y ago1:09:13

1:09:13

Mat and Pete return to the Somme battlefields to explore the horrific tale of July 1st, 1916. Today they are walking the ground around the village of Serre, an area that saw the virtual destruction of the Pals Battalions from the north of England. As they tell the tale of the boys from Sheffield, Accrington, Hull, Leeds and other communities they w…

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BattleWalk 57: Normandy - SatNav Diversions! 41:14

1+ y ago41:14

41:14

Pete is exploring the Second World War battlefields of Normandy and has realised that some of the most fascinating historic discoveries are made between your intended destinations. In this special episode he describes lonely memorials, unexpected historic sites and memorable military graves that he has discovered as he journeys along. Presenters: M…

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BattleWalk 56: Guadalcanal - Mount Austen 1:13:04

1+ y ago1:13:04

1:13:04

Mat and Pete are returning to the Pacific Theatre of the Second World War, to walk another battlefield from the legendary Guadalcanal Campaign. Following on from their episode about the Thin Red Line, this time they are walking the slopes of Mount Austen, a landmark that could be seen from all parts of the battlefield and the scene of some of the b…

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BattleWalk 55: Cassel 1:08:17

1+ y ago1:08:17

1:08:17

Mat and Pete go behind the lines to explore the northern French town of Cassel, which played a vital role in both world wars. As they explore the streets they will reveal stories of headquarters, brothels and desperate fighting to the last man. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Peter Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and …

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BattleWalk 54: Pozieres Battlefield 1:33:50

1+ y ago1:33:50

1:33:50

Welcome to Season 4! In this episode, Mat and Pete return to the Somme to explore the battlefield of Pozieres, scene of the most costly battle in Australian military history. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Peter Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episodes from only $2.99 per month!: https:…

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SPECIAL: Battle Tactics on the Western Front Tour 29:43

2y ago29:43

29:43

Your chance to walk the battlefields with Pete Smith! In this special episode, Mat and Pete discuss their new tour, Battle Tactics on the Western Front, which walks in the footsteps of the Anzacs on some of the most important battlefields in France and Belgium. Battle Tactics on the Western Front Tour: Departs Paris on October 11, 2023. Visit www.b…

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SPECIAL: Live from the Somme (sort of!) 32:06

2y ago32:06

32:06

The final episode in our special series live from the battlefields! Mat and Pete are in the Somme, discussing their adventures exploring the 1916 and 1918 battlefields. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Pete Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Join one of our battlefield tours and walk in the footsteps of the Anzacs! Visit www.battlefields.com.au for more i…

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SPECIAL: Live from Ypres (Part 2) 21:04

2y ago21:04

21:04

Mat and Pete are still on the battlefields! Join them live from Ypres as they discuss three busy and rewarding days exploring the Salient! Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Pete Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Join one of our battlefield tours and walk in the footsteps of the Anzacs! Visit www.battlefields.com.au for more information. For more great his…

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SPECIAL: Live from Ypres 12:08

2y ago12:08

12:08

For the first time in three years, Mat McLachlan and Pete Smith are exploring the battlefields of the Western Front! In the first of a special series of episodes, join them as they discuss their day exploring the Somme 1918 battlefields, live from Ypres! Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Pete Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Join one of our battlefield t…

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BattleWalk 49: Buna-Gona 51:49

2y ago51:49

51:49

Mat is joined by historian David Howell to complete our special series on the battlefields from the New Guinea Campaign of World War 2. In this episode we walk the northern beachheads, and the battlefields of Buna, Gona and Sanananda. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and David Howell Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receiv…

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BattleWalk 48: Milne Bay 1:00:36

2y ago1:00:36

1:00:36

Mat is joined by guest historian David Howell to explore the 1942 New Guinea battlefield of Milne Bay, the spot where Japanese forces were defeated on land for the first time in the Pacific War. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and David Howell Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episodes from only $2.…

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BattleWalk 47: Kokoda Track (Part 3) 1:03:05

2+ y ago1:03:05

1:03:05

Mat and guest host David Howell complete their epic trek along the Kokoda Track, scene of brutal fighting in 1942. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and David Howell Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episodes from only $2.99 per month!: https://plus.acast.com/s/battlewalks Support the show with a one-…

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BattleWalk 46: Kokoda Track (Part 2) 1:13:29

2+ y ago1:13:29

1:13:29

In the second episode of a special series, Mat is joined by guest host David Howell as they continue their walk across the Kokoda Track, the rugged trail that was at the heart of the New Guinea campaign in 1942. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and David Howell Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episo…

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BattleWalk 45: Kokoda Track (Part 1) 58:11

2+ y ago58:11

58:11

In the first episode of a special series, Mat is joined by guest host David Howell to walk virtually across the Kokoda Track, the rugged trail that was at the heart of the New Guinea campaign in 1942. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Peter Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episodes from onl…

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BattleWalk 44: Gallipoli - Suvla (Part 1) 1:08:18

2+ y ago1:08:18

1:08:18

Mat and Pete go off-the-beaten-track at Gallipoli to explore the Suvla sector, scene of frustrating mistakes and missed opportunities during the August Offensive. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Peter Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episodes from only $2.99 per month!: https://plus.acast…

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BattleWalk 43: Bazentin 39:23

2+ y ago39:23

39:23

Pete takes a stroll around the village of Bazentin in the Somme, telling the story of Lt Errol France who died here in 1916. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Peter Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episodes from only $2.99 per month!: https://plus.acast.com/s/battlewalks Support the show wi…

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BattleWalk 42: Messines Village 1:14:49

2+ y ago1:14:49

1:14:49

Mat and Pete explore Messines village, scene of heroic fighting in the Ypres Salient in June 1917. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Peter Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episodes from only $2.99 per month!: https://plus.acast.com/s/battlewalks Support the show with a one-off donation: www…

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BattleWalk 41: German Spring Offensive - Manchester Hill 1:23:28

2+ y ago1:23:28

1:23:28

Welcome to a brand new season of BattleWalks! Mat and Pete tell the story of a heroic last stand during the German Spring Offensive of March 1918 at Manchester Hill. Presenters: Mat McLachlan and Peter Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and to receive exclusive bonus episodes from only $2.99 per month!: https://plus.ac…

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