Best The Captioned Life Show Podcasts (2024)

#896B: Wendy Lyons Sunshine takes her knowledge about raising adopted children from difficult circumstances and applies it to meeting the challenges of bringing out the best in adopted dogs in her book “Tender Paws: How Science-Based Parenting Can Transform Our Relationship with Dogs.”By Tracie Hotchner

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Tail-Wagging Doesn’t Always Mean Happiness 29:31

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#896C: Erin Jones, author of “Constructing Canine Consent: Conceptualising and Adopting a Consent-focused Relationship with Dogs,” explains that a wagging tail doesn't necessarily mean a dog is happy — it’s up to us to distinguish their body language that says “No” or “Maybe no.”By Tracie Hotchner

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20: Mastering Time Sense: Key Strategies for Harmonious Relationships 13:18

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In this episode of "Make More Love," host Ellen Dorian explores the concept of time compatibility and its impact on relationships. Ellen introduces the idea of "time sense," which includes time orientation, time perception, and time utilization. She explains how mismatched time sense between partners can lead to friction and offers practical strate…

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The Tao of Dog & the Principle of Wu Wei 30:09

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895B: Linda Kohanov, author of “The Tao of Equus,” describes a similar magic of communication we can have with dogs, and how we can transfer her principles of Wu Wei (not doing, not forcing, not striving) from our relationship with horses to that with dogs.By Tracie Hotchner

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The Ultimate Bond Between Man and Dog 30:26

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#895A: Director Les Owen discusses his short film “One Mind,” which celebrates the relationship between a veteran with PTSD and his specially trained service dog — one of the semi-finalists being considered for the new Service Dog Salute category of the upcoming 9th Annual NY Dog Film Festival, presented by Purina Dog Chow…

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Heartbreak After Losing a Pet 29:20

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#894B: Anne Marie Farage-Smith’s book “How to Heal from Pet Loss and Different Forms of Grief” offers wisdom and support for coping with the often surprisingly powerful grief that accompanies the death of a pet.By Tracie Hotchner

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Nobody Cares About Your Broccoli 30:01

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#89A: Dr. Andy Roark is what Tracie calls a Physician Philosopher, dispensing humorous insights to other veterinarians (and the rest of us!), with a weekly blog Tracie eagerly anticipates for his musings into the joys and burdens of being human — like his recent one “No One Cares About Your Broccoli” that they discuss. (Tracie knows she has a lot o…

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19: Relationship Agreements for a Hot and Healthy Marriage 19:00

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In this episode, Ellen Dorian explores the importance of creating clear agreements in relationships, similar to those in business. She explains that while business agreements are formal and explicit, relationship agreements often remain unspoken, leading to misunderstandings. Ellen categorizes agreements into four types: explicit, implicit, unwritt…

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Hitler’s War Ran on Oats, Not Oil 30:38

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#893A: The role of horses in warfare throughout history [Hitler’s war had only 10% mechanized equipment — the rest was horsepower] is but one of the many amazing facts in Timothy Winegard’s riveting historical narrative “The Horse — a Galloping History of Humanity,” that shows how horses have been central to the entire arc of human history.…

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Neutering Your Dog Can Take a Whopping 1½ Years Off His Life! 29:12

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#893B: Dr. Carolynne Joone, reproductive veterinarian and professor at James Cook University in Australia, discusses being surprised by the results of her own study of neutered Rottweilers (3,085 intact and 4,100 neutered Rottweilers) which showed that when neutered before one year of age, males died about 18 months younger and females one year you…

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Could Your Dog Be a Search & Rescue Star? 29:37

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#892B: Melissa Stagnaro describes the fun of training for Search and Rescue competitions (vs. “real life” missions) that have different levels of competition, including one test that certifies you for “mission ready” qualification. Dogs [and people!] of all types and sizes can participate. Searchandrescuesport.org.…

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Why Don’t We Think About What Our Dog Wants? 30:07

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#892A: Erin Jones, author of “Constructing Canine Consent: Conceptualising and Adopting a Consent-focused Relationship with Dogs,” questions why we expect our dog to do something he doesn’t want to? Where is the mutual reciprocity in the relationship? Are we missing the chance to truly respect and communicate with them?…

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18: REVISTED: Simplifying Complex Relationship Dynamics 22:10

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In this revisited episode, host Ellen Dorian expands upon the earlier exploration of the Relationship Drive Matrix. She introduces an in-depth three-part model that examines the formation and dissolution of relationships, the behaviors that impact these processes, and provides practical strategies for navigating these intricate dynamics. Special Th…

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Endangered Animals in Very Funny Mysteries 30:07

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#891A: Wendall Thomas explains how a dormouse drives the story in her London-based mystery "Fogged Off,” while an endangered Tasmanian Tiger does the same in Australia in “Drowned Under.”By Tracie Hotchner

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Chickens are the Closest Relative to Tyrannosaurus Rex 29:44

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#891B: Hanna Mandelbaum, co-founder of Evermore pet food, is crowing because their company has made “chicken history” by receiving rare GAP 4 certification by exclusively using Mary’s Free-Range chicken — which are slow growth, heirloom birds raised on pasture (and happen to be the closest link to the Tyrannosaurus Rex dinosaurs!)…

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Dogs Are Wicked Smart! 30:10

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#890A: Jennifer Holland’s book “Dog Smart: Life-Changing Lessons in Canine Intelligence” takes a look at the “smartest of the smart” dogs who do extraordinary things for us with their natural abilities — and asks whether we shouldn’t be a little smarter in our dealings with them!By Tracie Hotchner

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“Angels Surround You” is Music for Kitties in Shelters 29:52

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#890B: Sara Goldenthal is a professional jazz singer, composer and dedicated advocate for cats in shelters, who wrote lyrics and sang “Angels Surround You” (free on Spotify!) which has ambient music in the calming frequency of 528 Hz to soothe shelter cats.By Tracie Hotchner

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17: Beyond Words: Tearing Down Walls in Your Relationship 15:51

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SUMMARY: In this episode of Make More Love, Host Ellen Dorian explores the critical topic of overcoming communication barriers in relationships. Men often face accusations of stonewalling and passive-aggressive behavior, which can undermine emotional intimacy and connection. Ellen dives into the reasons behind these behaviors, offers strategies to …

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What Happens When a “Red Dog” Puts You in Court 30:11

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#889B: Mike Gould runs K9 Behavior Experts and often gives testimony in court about dog aggression cases. He discusses what is meant by a “red dog” — an aggressive one — although he believes no dog is dangerous, it is how s/he is managed.By Tracie Hotchner

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The Doctor Will See Your Pet Now — in Your Kitchen! 30:17

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#889A: Dr. Amy Attas talks about her memoir “Pets and the City: True Tales of a Manhattan House Call Veterinarian” and how three decades of tending to the pets of the rich and famous in their fabulous apartments has made her deeply appreciate the human-animal bond.By Tracie Hotchner

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The Tao of Equus — InterSpecies Communication 30:30

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#888A: Linda Kohanov’s groundbreaking book is out in a revised edition — “The Tao of Equus: A Woman's Journey of Healing and Transformation through the Way of the Horse,” which describes how thoughts and emotions are contagious between species.By Tracie Hotchner

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A Brazilian Behaviorist Urges Empathy with Dogs 29:54

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#888B: Luiza Cervenka is a PhD behaviorist in San Paulo, Brazil, who is teaching veterinarians and owners what dogs really need — and how to see and empathize with pain in dogs that affects their behavior.By Tracie Hotchner

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16: Relationship Dynamics and The DIVCON Scale 23:03

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In this episode of "Make More Love," we explore the various states of relationship health through the lens of the DIVCON scale, inspired by the DEFCON levels used by the United States Army. Ellen Dorian breaks down each level, from DIVCON 5 (stable and normal) to DIVCON 1 (almost the point of no return), and provides practical tips and strategies f…

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Award-Winning Veterinarian Guiding His Own Pack of Beagles from Horseback 29:53

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#887A: Dr. Treyton Diggs is famous in the world of competition Beagles, where he’s an AKC judge of field trials and also competes with his own pack of 32 Beagles — which he has bred and raised himself and knows everybody’s name! Now he has won Veterinarian of the Year from the Westminster Kennel Club, which gave a $10,000 donation to Not One More V…

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Helping Animal Helpers Around the World 29:49

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#887B: Karen Menczer is the Founder/Director of Animal-Kind International, dispensing grants to non-profits globally, often covering the salaries of shelter workers without whom animal rescue would not be possible.By Tracie Hotchner

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15: Finding Your Inner Voice in Relationships and Beyond 23:51

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In this episode, Ellen Dorian continues her conversation with mindset and business coach Justin Wiseman. Justin shares his journey from working in a family-owned pizza shop to becoming a successful coach, highlighting the importance of mindset over business strategies. They discuss societal pressures on men to be providers and how these expectation…

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Dogs Have Hacked Into Us 29:51

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#886A: What if in fact dogs are “running the show” and have gotten us to do what they want? Philosopher Michele Merritt has written “Minding Dogs: Humans, Canine Companions, and a New Philosophy of Cognitive Science” to explore her theory about how dogs read our minds all the time, if only we were open to seeing it.…

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Does Your Dog Need a Lawyer? 29:41

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#886B: Kristina Bergsten, who runs The Animal Law Practice in Colorado [she can also practice in New York], talks about the kinds of situations where a lawyer specializing in animal law might be valuable when facing canine-related legal issues.By Tracie Hotchner

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Behavior Issues? Your Dog is Probably in Pain! 29:56

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#885A: Dr. Amy Pike of the Animal Behavior Wellness Clinic in Washington D.C. explains that 75% of all behavior issues are the result of the dog being in pain, so “behavior modification” (“fix it through training”) is not the solution! The challenge: find out where the pain is and effectively treat it.…

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A Talking Dog Manages his Owner’s Emotional Messiness 30:04

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#885B: Jeff Pohn’s very funny novel “Hounded: A Love Story,” features a neurotic, addictive protagonist whose loquacious witty dog is tasked with helping him make better choices.By Tracie Hotchner

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14: Transformative Relationships: From Addiction to Triumph with Justin Wiseman 26:46

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Host Ellen Dorian welcomes her first guest, Justin Wiseman, from Australia. Justin is a multifaceted individual – a business owner, coach, father, and lover – who has successfully navigated the demanding worlds of entrepreneurship and personal relationships. In this conversation, Justin candidly shares his transformative journey from being a high-p…

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Rescue Dogs Help in the Journey to Mental Wellness 29:43

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#884B: Christopher Dale’s book “We Saved Each Other: How Rescue Dogs Help Us Through Hardship” chronicles the simplicity, directness and healing value of the canine relationship, especially for people like himself, struggling with addiction and clinical depression.By Tracie Hotchner

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From the Rolling Stones Personal Security to Veterinarian 30:10

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#884A: The extraordinary journey of Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald to becoming a veterinarian in Denver, where he also does stand up comedy to open for famous comedians, having spent his younger years as head of security for the Rolling Stones.By Tracie Hotchner

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The Emotional Lives of Animals 29:36

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#883A: Marc Bekoff discusses his newly revised book “The Emotional Lives of Animals: A Leading Scientist Explores Animal Joy, Sorrow, and Empathy — and Why They Matter,” with a foreword by Jane Goodall, alongside whom Bekoff has spent his career advancing the idea that animals have inner lives — and outer relationships — of significance.…

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The Mystery of Shelby the Goldendoodle’s Anxiety Attacks 30:05

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#883B: Tracie talks to Susan, a listener in Connecticut, who cannot figure out why her dog, Shelby, has had episodes of sudden onset shaking and whining. Is it emotional? Physical? What is triggering it? How best to manage it?By Tracie Hotchner

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13: Insights From Ted Lasso About Men and Relationships 19:38

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In this episode of "Make More Love," Ellen starts with a personal story about the importance of health screenings, tying it into the broader theme of Living the Good Life. Part 1: Examples of Modern Masculinity Ellen uses the TV show "Ted Lasso" as a lens to discuss modern masculinity, highlighting characters who embody vulnerability, empathy, and …

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Don’t Try to Give Away a Dangerous Dog 29:00

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#882B: Tracie talks to dog trainer Annie Phenix — who specializes in aggressive dogs — about the immorality of asking her to help rehome a dangerous “Czech shepherd” dog that has shown aggression to other dogs and to people.By Tracie Hotchner

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For the Love of a Mouse 30:34

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#882A: Simon Van Booy discusses his newest novel “Sipsworth,” which enchanted Tracie with its depiction of a rare and beautiful relationship between an elderly lonely lady and the mouse who transforms her life.By Tracie Hotchner

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Saved By a Cat 29:59

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#881A: Helen Brown speaks from Australia about the healing power of a feline companion in her memoir “Mickey: the Cat Who Raised Me.”By Tracie Hotchner

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Puppy Breath, Puppy Brain 29:53

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#881B: Kerry Nichols writes with exuberance in her book “PUPPY BRAIN: How Our Dogs Learn, Think, and Love,” about how puppies’ minds and feelings develop and our impact on them.By Tracie Hotchner

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12: What Should We Expect from Men in Relationships? 17:16

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In this episode, Ellen delves into the dangerous myths of manhood that are undermining relationships, set against the backdrop of three pivotal societal trends reshaping expectations of men. Part 1: Redefining Adulthood We discuss the American Psychological Association's extension of adolescence to age 25 and its implications for young men's respon…

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How We Lived Alongside Animals in the 1800s 31:09

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#880A: Bill Wasik [New York Times Magazine executive editor) and his wife Monica Murphy (Park Slope veterinarian and writer) collaborated on a sweeping history of how animals and people coexisted in the 19th century in their impressive book OUR KINDRED CREATURES: How Americans Came to Feel the Way They Do About Animals.…

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The TikTok Dog Rescuer Famous for Her Snarkiness 29:51

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#880B: Amy Creel is a hilarious curmudgeonly TikTok presence [amymaurercreel] where she recounts her amusingly frustrating experiences helping dogs find homes through her Knine Rescue in Maryland.By Tracie Hotchner

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DOGLAND: Passion, Glory and lots of Slobber at the Westminster Dog Show 29:55

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#879A: Tommy Tomlinson talks about his book “DOGLAND: Passion, Glory and lots of Slobber at the Westminster Dog Show,” filled with wonderful canine anecdotes.By Tracie Hotchner

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Is Your Aging Kitty “All There?” 29:03

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#879B: Dr. Starr Cameron [Clinical Associate Professor in Small Animal Neurology, Department of Medical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Wisconsin at Madison] has been studying feline dementia and the symptoms like disorientation, changes in sleep/wake cycles, reduced activity and interaction with people or other pets, house s…

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11: Are Your Words Poisoning Your Relationship? 13:00

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In today's episode, we're peeling back the layers on how the words we say can either nourish or damage our relationships. Join us as we explore the analogy of apple seeds and toxic words, discuss the real-life consequences of negative language, and provide you with tools to cultivate a more loving and supportive partnership. Part 1: The Power of Wo…

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Do You Have a Fetching Cat? 30:01

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#878A: Doctoral candidate Jemma Forman at the University of Sussex is co-author of a peer-reviewed study of 1,154 cats from around the globe who play fetch with their owners. Tracie asks: What does it mean for a cat to be “dog-like?”By Tracie Hotchner

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Dog Story Makes Her a Moth StorySLAM Winner 30:11

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#878B: Anne Abel explains how she happened to make an appearance at a Moth event and wowed everybody with the story in her memoir “Mattie, Milo and Me” - of never wanting a dog but then adoring the one she got for her son.By Tracie Hotchner

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10: Adventures to Deepen Your Relationship 11:28

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In this episode, Ellen delves into the importance of creating adventures, appreciating individual styles within relationships, and making memories with your partner. From watching eclipses in Austin, Texas, to capturing moments through photography, Ellen shares insights on enhancing your romantic connection. Part 1: Shared Adventures Ellen discusse…

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