Best The Broadswords Podcasts (2024)

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Babies and Broadswords ~ The Cookie Quest 1:47:08

18d ago1:47:08

1:47:08

Join four babies on thier quest for cookies! Look out for nurses, dust bunnies, and the Laundry Lad while causing chaos and getting creative in this adventure using the Babies and Broadswords system by Even Footing Games!! CW: Throughout - Minor harm to children (bumping head, jumping, allergies, etc.) 0:50-1:00:00 Dolls 1:34:00-1:34:30 Marijuana m…

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Episode 16: Found Family and Forest Frogs (Arc 3) 1:19:28

1d ago1:19:28

1:19:28

Join our party as they leave Salana, reunite with friends, and have an un-expected chance encounter! Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@helpactionneeded Website- https://helpactionneededadndpodcast.buzzsprout.com Contact Us: helpactionneeded@gmail.com Logo designed by Julie Perez Al…

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#494 - Wheel of Thyme 39:20

5d ago39:20

39:20

This is not a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles podcast but it sure does end like one. But before it comes to that we boggle at all the awesome award winners, and talk about our good first impressions of The Spear That Cuts Through Water. Oh, and we have an idea for a cafe filled with Brandon Sanderson puns. Oh the puns!…

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Ep: 15 Conflicts and Confrontations 1:48:24

15d ago1:48:24

1:48:24

Join us for a deep dive into the mind of Jarles Bellman! Take a tour through his psyche and see what secrets are hidden within. Also this episode highlights our friends at 5 GMs in a Trenchcoat, find them here: https://www.5gmsinatrenchcoat.com/ https://www.threads.net/@5gmsinatrenchcoat https://www.instagram.com/5gmsinatrenchcoat/ Follow Us: Insta…

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Toupie Lowther 50:15

16d ago50:15

50:15

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of women fencers being allowed to compete in the Olympic Games let's delve into the podcast archives and talk about a lesbian fencer who didn't take part - but still made history in a range of ways: Toupie Lowther. Featuring women's fencing trousers, all-women ambulance squads, a kitten mascot and 1920s lesbian dr…

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#493 - Bunny Lamps and Bad Decisions 53:16

18d ago53:16

53:16

Oh, Hugos. Also, the best Sci-Fi books of all time, and will AI kill the planet? We kick off our August book The Spear that Cuts Through Water, and wrap up our last thoughts on Cursed Bunny by Bora Chung.By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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Episode14: Sir Jarles Bellman 2:00:01

29d ago2:00:01

2:00:01

Join the party as the spend their days playing detective and looking into the past of Jarles Bellman while trying to not break the trust of Prince Dion. CW Drinking in excess - 0:4:00-0:9:30 Mind Control (Altered Memory) - 1:47:40-1:58:00 Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@helpactio…

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#492 - Smokey and the Narrator 38:12

1M ago38:12

38:12

We debate whether we want dead celebrities to read our audiobooks. How long is too long for a series? And our non-spoilery takes on Cursed Bunny.By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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Episode 13: Confronting Past and Present 1:32:52

1M ago1:32:52

1:32:52

Our team must face their pasts before coming to terms with some new information in the present, A new side of Ms. Katonic is shown, and we party with everyone favorite royal couple Dion and Julien! Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@helpactionneeded Website- https://helpactionneeded…

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#491 - Next Month, Trauma! 56:37

2M ago56:37

56:37

It's awards season and we cover them all, including a Martha Wells sweep! We wrap up our thoughts on Sword of Kaigen and get excited (read: trigger warnings) for Cursed Bunny, our July pick.By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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JULIE: The Musical Interview with Abey Bradbury and Sam Kearney-Edwardes 47:49

2M ago47:49

47:49

For our first podcast interview, we talk to Abey Bradbury (writer and cast member) and Sam Kearney-Edwardes (playing Julie) from JULIE: The Musical (Le Gasp! and Croft & Dye Productions) about their show about chaotic bisexual opera singer duellist (and previous podcast subject) Julie d'Aubigny aka La Maupin! JULIE: The Musical is on till 30th June…

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The Chevalière d'Eon (ft. The Chevalier de Saint-Georges) 49:52

2M ago49:52

49:52

This episode, it's a Chevalière and Chevalier-heavy episode as we explore the life of trans soldier, spy and bringer of 18th century courtly chaos the Chevalière d'Eon, featuring Black duellist, composer and abolionist Chevalier de Saint Georges! Expect intrigue in no less than THREE different European countries, capitalism-destroying gender feelin…

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La Jaguarina 46:58

2M ago46:58

46:58

This episode, it's another delve in the podcast pre-reboot archives. This time one from Summer 2021, all about a legendary rider who did countless duel shows on horseback against men with an unbeatable track record. Expect ambiguously queer sportswomen, absolutely devastating public challenges in the local newspaper and jaguar print hot pants. Also…

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Episode 12: The Warm Embrace of Amy Katonic 1:41:15

2M ago1:41:15

1:41:15

Join our players for a week of downtime before going to meet the mysterious Ms. Katonic Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@helpactionneeded Website- https://helpactionneededadndpodcast.buzzsprout.com Contact Us: helpactionneeded@gmail.com Logo designed by Julie Perez All other music…

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Warlock World 2:19:52

2M ago2:19:52

2:19:52

Welcome to Warlock World! A place where warlocks are celebrated for their collective identity, while also honoring what makes them each unique! Tarwal would like you to have a tour, play some games, ride some rides, and maybe lose your soul in the process. Hey what can we say? Read the fine print! CW: -Fantasy Drug Use (Cannabis) - (throughout) -Bo…

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Episode 11: A Grand Engagement 1:24:57

2M ago1:24:57

1:24:57

Join our players, and returning guest Zeah, as they attend the engagement party of Price Dion and soon to be husband Julien! Meet some of the nobles in Salana as well as leaders of the world as our group tries their best not to stand out. Zeah Calhoun played by Monica Gil! CW: Fantasy Drug use: Throughout Find Monica: Spotify Youtube From the party…

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#490 - Cosy Adjacent 48:14

2M ago48:14

48:14

Are we living in a Maas society? Veronica has recommendations in joining on the Sarah J. Maas train. Independent bookstores are on the rise. We kick off The Sword of Kaigen and give our spoilery thoughts on Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett.By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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Epiosde 10: A Day Out in Salana 1:20:36

3M ago1:20:36

1:20:36

Join our party and a new friend, Zeah, as they explore Salana! Get to see the sights, some local cuisine, and stake out on a certain noble before heading to a concert! Zeah Calhoun played by Monica Gil! Find Monica: Spotify Youtube Julien's Song - Written and performed by Sean Harty Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/…

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#489 - Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Veronicas 33:37

3M ago33:37

33:37

We have Locus Award and Arthur C. Clarke award nominees. We share our non-spoilery thoughts on Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett. And Tom discovers Birria Ramen!By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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One Shots: Cracker Barrel Has Fallen 1:26:00

3M ago1:26:00

1:26:00

Our kickstarter is here! In this game of Babies and Broadswords: Bathfinder This One Page TTRPG by OopsAllSmurph It's in the hands of 4 Waffle House employees to save the world. Cast Featuring Rick @hammpod as the Wafflemaster Aaryn @evenfootinggames as Junie Amanda @desired.effect.relics as Alex Alana @spectralcraftdice as Rowan Woody @pthumeria a…

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Episode 9: Moving on 1:12:44

3M ago1:12:44

1:12:44

Join us as the party completes an interrogation, help out around town, and figure out who they want to be as they journey forth together! CW: 0:05-0:30 Discussions of bodily harm and mutilation 0:05-0:30 Forced Interrogation 0:05-0:30 Person bound against their will 0:37-0:38 Gaslighting Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionne…

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#488 - Barrayar Your Sword 47:19

3M ago47:19

47:19

Some great books in the Seiun Awards in Japan, why Sword and Laser is good for your heart, we kick off the May pick, and finally wrap up our thoughts on the surprising complexity and depth of the awesome Cordelia's Honor.By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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One Shots: Babies and Broadswords: Captain Contagious 1:56:42

4M ago1:56:42

1:56:42

Out kickstarter is here! In this game of Babies and Broadswords: Bathfinder Some Babies will test out new mechanics and classes as they try to rid themselves of the infamous "Black Spots" they acquired. Will they be stuck with permanent marker stains forever? Or will they find Paulrus' dad? Cast Featuring Aaryn @evenfootinggames as the sitter RunDM…

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Episode 8: Panic in Fell (Arc 2) 1:37:11

4M ago1:37:11

1:37:11

Join us as the party takes some time to unwind in Fell, before getting wrapped up in a scheme divised by the locals to relaim their town. Nori hides, Cass leads, and Frog goes wild, find out why! CW: 1:08-1:37 - Person bound against their will 1:23-1:37- Forced interrogation Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ Threads…

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One Shots: Babies and Broadswords: Last of Pus 2:21:32

4M ago2:21:32

2:21:32

This special Babies and Broadswords episode was part of the TTRPGtok Doctor's without Borders fundraiser that raised over 20k for people in need. Cast Featuring Jason @dungineeringwithjason as the sitter Jordon Brown @thejordonbrown as Petey Sara Roberts @thehypegoblin as Audry Aundawyn @aundawyn as Willow Moth Ridley @mothlite as Olive Rick @hammp…

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#487 - Have We Reached Critical Maas? 35:16

4M ago35:16

35:16

OMG all of the top bestsellers are romantasy! What order should you read series in? Does it matter? Also why is Veronica telling Tom to suck it? Or did we misunderstand. Tune in and find out!By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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One Shots: Definitely Wizards 1:25:46

4M ago1:25:46

1:25:46

Definitely Wizards is a rules lite, low prep game to break out when you need to get silly. The system is written by Elliot HT. Cast Featuring GMed by Aaryn @evenfootinggames Freedom @thunderwizard10 as Magic Man Danny Cabbage Zandaria @flamewolf6 as Sapphirarogerolivia Justin @soyouwannabeadm as LouEllen Amanda @desired.effect.relics as Dura Editin…

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Musicians in the Mournlands - a Music Therapy Bonus Action 2:47:36

4M ago2:47:36

2:47:36

Join four music therapists in celebrating World Music Therapy Week (April 10-15) as they form a band or bards to solve a problem only musicians can! Come with us for some DND and some education!This episode includes a special discussion about what it is like to be a music therapist and what music therapy is, starting at 2:07:10 This episode also ma…

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#486 - Pre-re-read 34:20

4M ago34:20

34:20

Will Veronica and Tom make it to Glasgow? Not after that embarrassing German pronunciation. And after talking some baseball, they dig into non-spoilery discussion of Cordelia's Honor.By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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Episode 7: Farewell Boatswain's Bounty 2:02:51

4M ago2:02:51

2:02:51

We're back to our regularly scheduled storytelling! Will our party make it off a sinking ghost ship? And if they do, what do our heros do after finishing Dolly's contract? Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@helpactionneeded Website- https://helpactionneededadndpodcast.buzzsprout.com…

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One Shots: Himbos of Myth and Mettle 2:01:32

4M ago2:01:32

2:01:32

Himbos of Myth and Mettle is a system by HugeBoar. Our contestants are in a competition to show off their biggest muscles and it isn't their brains. Cast Featuring Muscle Mastered by Rick @hammpod Lee @Leelu as Augustus Alana @Spectralcraftdice as Blue Ry @rockandry as Patrick Badger @aureliacetinnart as Shu Kai Shu Editing by Aaryn Easton Our Kick…

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Thirsty Sword Lesbians: Episode 4: Vivacia 1:53:40

5M ago1:53:40

1:53:40

In this actual play of Thirsty Sword Lesbians by April Kit Walsh, The Gal Paladins will come face to face with their past and see if they can bring about a new tomorrow. Cast Featuring Gay Mastered by Keisha @curli.kyuu Aaryn @evenfootinggames as Journey Kala @potionsandpotpourri as Quinn Penny @pennylescroche as Violet Cedar the Barefoot @cedarthe…

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#485 - Triangles Are Stronger 48:35

5M ago48:35

48:35

The Nebula Award nominees are out! Should we re-read Neuromancer? Veronica explains Type I, II, and III fun. The truth behind Cordelia's Honor. And our final thoughts on Iron Widow.By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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Episode 6: Ghost Ship 1:26:50

5M ago1:26:50

1:26:50

The Party's investigation is comes to head, join them as they team up with Captain Dolly and see what the deal is with these portals? Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@helpactionneeded Website- https://helpactionneededadndpodcast.buzzsprout.com Contact Us: helpactionneeded@gmail.co…

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Thirsty Sword Lesbians: Episode 3: The Standard 1:02:29

5M ago1:02:29

1:02:29

In this actual play of Thirsty Sword Lesbians by April Kit Walsh, The Gal Paladins make their way into the city of Lackluster and get unwanted attention from city enforcers. This series in brought to you with our friends at the Potions and Potpourri Podcast, check them out wherever you get your podcasts for the session 0 and additional game content…

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Episode 5: It All Comes Together 1:24:25

5M ago1:24:25

1:24:25

Recovering from their last encounter, our party put their heads together and start filling in the blanks on who is out for Dolly, Kelly, and Themselves! CW: 1:00-9:00 Discussion of body dismemberment and disposal Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@helpactionneeded Website- https://h…

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Thirsty Sword Lesbians: Episode 2: The Bramble 1:14:19

5M ago1:14:19

1:14:19

In this actual play of Thirsty Sword Lesbians by April Kit Walsh, The Gal Paladins make their way through the Bramble meeting unlikely allies along the way. This series in brought to you with our friends at the Potions and Potpourri Podcast, check them out wherever you get your podcasts for the session 0 and additional game content. Cast Featuring …

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#484 - It's Giving "Mad" 48:34

5M ago48:34

48:34

We check in on who's winning the tournament. A vikings kids book! Where it's stabbing time! We talk a little bit about Iron Widow, and wrap up Shadow of the Gods.By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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Thirsty Sword Lesbians: Episode 1: Lackluster 1:13:14

6M ago1:13:14

1:13:14

In this actual play of Thirsty Sword Lesbians by April Kit Walsh, The Gal Paladins of the Haven Cooperative have been sent to bring freedom, love and equality to the gray city of Lackluster. This series in brought to you with our friends at the Potions and Potpourri Podcast, check them out wherever you get your podcasts for the session 0 and additi…

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Episode 4: On Midge and Murder 1:29:40

6M ago1:29:40

1:29:40

Join Nori, Cass, and Frog as they put the peices together, and form bonds with each other and a certain pirate. Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@helpactionneeded Website- https://helpactionneededadndpodcast.buzzsprout.com Contact Us: helpactionneeded@gmail.com Logo designed by Jul…

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#483 - C is for Chestburster 44:14

6M ago44:14

44:14

A few more thoughts on the Hugos, who would win in a fight between Maas and Yarros, and we preview our March Madness brackets!By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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Monsterhearts 2 - A Valentine's Day Reunion 1:41:21

6M ago1:41:21

1:41:21

In this actual play we use the Monsterhearts 2 system by Buried without Ceremony. Millicent is rallying forces to take over hell, but she needs a way to get there first. She assembles a crack team for the heist. Cast Featuring Thirstmastered by Aaryn Easton @evenfootinggames Rick Taylor @hammpod as Parker Alana Banks @spectralcraftdice as Remy Aman…

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Episode 3: On The Case 1:24:08

6M ago1:24:08

1:24:08

In this episode, Nori, Cass, and Frog face the consequences of their actions in a surprising way, and investigate the darker side of Boatswain's Bounty in hope's of aiding Captain Dolly! Also to be enjoyed with this episode is clearer sound quality as we switched up how we record! Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ T…

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#482 - Let's Talk About Seax, Baby 54:47

6M ago54:47

54:47

We've opened nominations for Mad Marchness!, our March tournament of book picks. Plus, the failure of the Hugos and the rise of Romantasy. And we begin our first impressions of Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne.By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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Monsterhearts 2 - Campaign Wrap Up 56:25

6M ago56:25

56:25

Rick, Aaryn and Amanda talk over their impressions of Monsterhearts 2 by Buried without Ceremony. Cast Featuring Thirstmastered by Rick Taylor @hammpod Aaryn Easton @evenfootinggames as Millicent Rhodes Amanda Mundy @des1redeffectdice as Reena Mane Songs Guess Who and Night of Chaos by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons…

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Episode 2: Boatswain's Bounty 1:22:15

7M ago1:22:15

1:22:15

Join us as the party of Nori, Cass, and Frog continue their journey to Boatswain's Bounty, Meet some of the locals, and get tangeld up in a pirate captain's affairs! Credits: Tavern Voices - https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/tavern-greece-indoor-63937/ Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ Threads - https://www.threads.…

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Episode 1: On Our Way 1:21:55

7M ago1:21:55

1:21:55

Join us for the first episode of Help (Action) Needed: a dnd podcast! Listen as Nori (Kate), Cass (Dan), and Frog (Julie) and DM Sean meet up for a job that will change their lives. CW: Violence against animals 55:00-1:16:00 Credits: Smetana "Ma Vlast" - Musopen.org Borrowed From https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Bedrich_Smetana_-_ma_vlast_-_…

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#481 - Big Trouble in Little Worldcon 54:27

7M ago54:27

54:27

Surprise, there's a problem with hosting the Hugos in China. Plus: Keanu Reeves is co-writing with China Mieville, we kick off our February read, The Shadow of the Gods. And our spoilery thoughts on The Shining Girls by Lauren Beukes.By Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont

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Monster Hearts: Episode 10: Eat the Rich 1:19:59

7M ago1:19:59

1:19:59

In this actual play we use the Monsterhearts 2 system by Buried without Ceremony. Dolly Battles the ultimate evil, will the fiendish friends be able to help? What are they willing to sacrifice? Will there be a happy ending? Cast Featuring Thirstmastered by Rick Taylor @hammpod Lee Baldwin @lemonseed05 as Ladderick Drachman Jason Cassidy @dungeoneer…

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Help (Action) Needed TRAILER 0:28

7M ago0:28

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Help (Action ) Needed: a dnd podcast Is a new DnD 5e actual play podcast created by four friends. We present to you a trailer from the first two episodes to give a taste of the show before our official release, Enjoy! First two Episodes coming 1/29/24!! Follow Us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helpactionneeded/ Threads - https://www.threads…

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