Best Main Ingredient Podcasts (2025)

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Reading is the Main Ingredient with Diane Duncan 47:08

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10d ago47:08

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Join Kosta and his guest: Diane Duncan, Former Director of the Putnam County Library and newest member of the Putnam County Library Board of Trustees. In this episode: Diane, you’ve had a storied tenure with our local library. No pun intended. Starting as a bookkeeper and later serving as Director of the Putnam County Library, we’re grateful for yo…

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Behind the Mic: Choosing Good, One Day at a Time 13:21

7h ago13:21

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In this Behind the Mic episode, Trixie steps away from the stories and into real life—sharing honest reflections on marriage, prayer, and the messy, behind-the-scenes moments of family life. Inspired by Proverbs 31 and the simple yet challenging call to “do him good and not harm,” this episode explores what it looks like to choose faithfulness over…

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Generational Turtlenecks 1:00:31

3h ago1:00:31

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Send us a text Brrrr, it’s cold outside and you should be wearing a turtleneck. Listen up, homies! In this episode, the ladies of Smeared Mascara discuss a wide range of topics from obligatory gift exchanges to the power of a handsome face with a unibrow. Brooke tells us about the Diddy documentary and how 50 Cent’s pettiness is helping bring this …

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Wrong Can Be Made Right with Hillary Huddleston 47:32

2d ago47:32

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Join Kosta and his guest: Hillary Huddleston, Army Veteran, community organizer, and Director of The Lines We Inherit, a documentary exploring the history and lasting impact of segregation in Tennessee’s Upper Cumberland. In this episode: Our world can feel bleak. For many of us, on either side of the aisle, it feels like there’s nothing we can do …

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Bang Bang, Niner Gang 1:12:35

18h ago1:12:35

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Send us a text It’s time for the latest installment of your favorite pop culture podcast, Smeared Mascara. In this episode you’ll hear about digital etiquette, baby shower games, and political garbage. Brooke and Mandy will inform you of the latest on TikTok, Mormon Wives, and domestic conundrums. So make sure your JZ Hair extensions are fastened w…

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Chad "Change Agent" Day with Chad Day 1:04:10

9d ago1:04:10

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Join Kosta and his guest: Chad Day, Owner of Kona Ice of Cookeville and Candidate for Putnam County Clerk. In this episode: Before we get into the episode, I want to give our listeners some background on your story and how you got here today. You’re from Cookeville, but you also recently relocated to Cookeville. You’re an entrepreneur, community or…

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A Cosmic Christmas Story – Part 2: The Celebration 17:10

10d ago17:10

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Get ready, Wonderlings — the heavens are about to sing! In Part 2 of A Cosmic Christmas Story, the quiet night over Bethlehem suddenly bursts with light, music, and joy as God announces the birth of His Son to ordinary shepherds watching their flocks. This episode invites kids into the wonder-filled celebration of Jesus’ arrival as they experience:…

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Behind the Mic: The Struggle and the Calling 9:57

15d ago9:57

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In this Behind the Mic mini episode, Trixie shares a heartfelt and honest look behind the scenes of Wonderkeepers. With Part 2 of A Cosmic Christmas Story still in the editing process, she opens up about the real-life tension of balancing motherhood, marriage, homeschooling, ministry, and obedience to God’s calling—especially in seasons that feel m…

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Our Justice with Jennifer Wilkerson 48:33

21d ago48:33

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Join Kosta and his guest: Jennifer Wilkerson, Putnam County Circuit Court Clerk. In this episode: Jennifer, you’ve spent more than twenty-five years working throughout our justice system: from law enforcement and non-profit advocacy, and now the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office. When you think about all the experiences you’ve had with the justice syste…

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Hey Wonderlings: What’s That Christmas Sound? 9:13

27d ago9:13

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Hey Wonderlings! In today’s special mini episode, we’re celebrating Christmas together with a fun and cozy update from our Wonderkeepers family. First, we share how thankful we are for all the love surrounding Part 1 of our Cosmic Christmas Story — The Promise. We hope your home felt warm, bright, and full of wonder as you listened! We’d love for y…

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A Cosmic Christmas Story – Part 1: The Promise 12:01

28d ago12:01

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Step into the very beginning of the greatest story ever told. In Part 1 of A Cosmic Christmas Story, your Wonderkeepers hosts guide young hearts through the beautiful, universe-spanning promise of Christmas — the moment when the Creator of galaxies stepped into the world He made. In this episode, kids will hear: ✨ How God created the universe with …

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Titties and Tenders 1:23:34

24d ago1:23:34

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Send us a text Sorry for the delayed episode. The universe had Mandy in a figure four leg lock and it’s just now released. In this episode you’ll enjoy hearing about recent Bay Area earthquakes, ICE displaying icy behavior, and other pop culture/political moments amplified by socials. Did you hear about the baby formula social experiment? If not, B…

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The Creator Economy with Johnny Blayze 1:02:47

1M ago1:02:47

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Join Kosta and his guest: Johnny Blayze, Executive Director and Co-Founder of UC Makerspace. In this episode: The Upper Cumberland is changing. I’m sure people are tired of hearing us say it, but it’s true. Everyday we’re evolving into our next form and I see UC Makerspace playing a pivotal role in that evolution. For anyone just hearing about the …

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Hey Wonderlings! – Join the Angel Choir! A Kids’ Christmas Recording Challenge 6:10

1M ago6:10

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Christmas is getting close, Wonderlings — and we need your angel voices! In this special Hey Wonderlings mini episode, Trixie and Cleo talk about one of the most beautiful moments in the Christmas story: the night Jesus was born, when a sky full of angels sang: 🎶 “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom He is pleas…

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Season's Greetings with Seth Melton 53:59

1M ago53:59

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Join Kosta and his guest: Seth Melton, Realtor at the Real Estate Collective Company. This week we're celebrating Thanksgiving, biscuits and gravy, and all the ways we're better together. We’re honored to host Seth on this special Thanksgiving episode, because he makes this community better everyday. Thank you to our guest host of Questions from a …

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I'm Darlene, Who TF Are You? 1:07:57

1M ago1:07:57

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Send us a text New month, same skanks. You know how we do it. Brooke and Mandy talk about Halloween, the World Series (baseball, not poker), food insecurity, and meal planning. Cats are always a hot topic. Meow. Of course there’s more in this episode because when do we not interrupt each other and go off into random tangents? This is Smeared Mascar…

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Crowns with Michael Ruff 21:30

1M ago21:30

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Join Kosta and his guest: Michael Ruff, Actor, Producer, and Director of Upcoming Cookeville Theatre Company Production: Crowns. In this episode: For our listeners who aren’t familiar, how would you describe Crowns to someone hearing about it for the first time? What makes this story feel alive and necessary today? Crowns centers around the Black c…

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The Science of Yummy Seasons 12:10

2M ago12:10

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Have you ever wondered why pumpkins appear in fall, or why apples taste extra sweet when the leaves start changing color? In this episode, the Wonderkeepers explore how God designed every fruit and vegetable to thrive in its own perfect season. Join Luna, Cleo, and Nina as they learn: 🌞 Why summer fruits love the sunshine 🍂 Why fall vegetables get …

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The Nuclear Option with Dr. Jeffrey King 1:12:35

2M ago1:12:35

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Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Jeffrey King, Director of Nuclear Engineering at Tennessee Tech University. In this episode: The word nuclear carries a certain gravity - no pun intended. Nuclear bomb, nuclear winter, the nuclear option: when we go nuclear, there’s no going back. When you hear the word nuclear what does it mean to you? Should we be af…

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Wonder About — The Trees That Stay Green 4:59

2M ago4:59

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In this Wonder About mini episode, Luna starts noticing something curious about the trees around her — some lose their leaves, and others stay green all year long! Why is that? Join her as she wonders about how God designed each tree to change (or not!) with the seasons, and how awesome God's creation is. ✨ A short moment of curiosity, wonder, and …

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I Am The Main Ingredient 1:17:01

2M ago1:17:01

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Send us a text Welcome back to your favorite pop culture podcast, Smeared Mascara. In this episode you’ll hear Brooke read Mandy’s astrological chart, and they will analyze in detail why they’re superior to their haters. Brooke tells us about her experience at the No Kings protest, and Mandy describes her digestive detour on a roadtrip. You will le…

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Hey Wonderlings! — The Secret Ingredient 6:47

2M ago6:47

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Take a little wonder break with Cleo and her mom in this cozy mini episode of Hey Wonderlings! 🌟 Join them for a playful guessing game called “The Secret Ingredient,” where each clue reveals a delicious food that God made to match the seasons! 🍂🍫🍓🍉 Discover how every flavor, color, and scent in creation is part of God’s perfect design. Then get rea…

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Always Ask Why with Stacye Choate 25:57

2M ago25:57

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Join Kosta and his guest: Stacye Choate, Attorney at Law and Candidate for Putnam County County Commission District 2. In this episode: Stacye, you’re officially our first candidate interview of the 2026 election cycle and the first Democrat running in a local election that we’ve ever hosted on the podcast. It’s an honor to have you, and I think th…

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Wonder About: From the Ground to the Snack! 3:18

2M ago3:18

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In this episode, Cleo takes the mic to wonder about something she keeps finding in parks and playgrounds — rocks! 🪨 Where do they come from? Why did God make them? And… what do they have to do with something you can eat? Join Cleo as she digs into the story of God’s mighty rocks, discovers their hidden beauty, and reveals a sweet surprise that’ll m…

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Get Organized At Seafood City 1:13:55

2M ago1:13:55

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Send us a text In this eagerly anticipated episode, you’ll hear the calming sound of raindrops in the background as Mandy and Brooke laugh through their tears. Real life is still in the crapper and there’s no Pepto in sight. The ladies discuss EMDR therapy and its benefits, but repeatedly call it by its club-kid name, EDMR. Perhaps ecstasy fueled r…

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Behind the Mic: The Story Behind the Mic 5:58

2M ago5:58

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This special Behind the Mic mini-episode is for all the Wonderkeeper moms out there 💕 In this very first Behind the Mic mini episode, Trixie opens up about how Wonderkeepers began — the heart behind the stories, and the unexpected way God brought old dreams back to life. From the desire to preserve her daughters’ voices to seeing God’s perfect timi…

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Neurons and the Word 11:36

2M ago11:36

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Hey Wonderlings! 🌟 Did you know that your brain makes up to one million new connections every second? That’s right — God designed your amazing brain to learn, think, and remember! In this episode, we’ll take a peek inside your head and explore how special parts like the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex work together to help you remember things — e…

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Hey Wonderlings! — Catching Up and Saying Hi 2:05

2M ago2:05

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It’s our first-ever Hey Wonderlings! mini episode — a cozy family check-in straight from behind the mic. We’re sharing a heartfelt thank-you for all your love and a tiny hint about what’s coming next. So grab your cocoa, take a pause, and come catch up with the Wonderkeepers family!

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Cookeville Rescue Mission with Will Roberts 1:05:23

2M ago1:05:23

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Join Kosta and his guest: Will Roberts, Executive Director of Cookeville Rescue Mission. In this episode: Most people know the Cookeville Rescue Mission in theory. They drive by the building or they see a billboard - they know it exists, but they might not know more than that. What do you wish our community knew about the work you do and the indivi…

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These Truths with Dr. Troy Smith 58:14

2M ago58:14

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Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Troy Smith, Author, Historian and Professor of History at Tennessee Tech University. In this episode: In 2021 you started writing an opinion column in the Sparta Expositor called “A Liberal Dose”. This column began at the request of the Expositor’s Editor looking to add more progressive commentary after the events of J…

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To Protect and to Serve with Sgt. Charlotte Austin 53:35

3M ago53:35

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Join Kosta and his guest Cookeville Police Department’s Sergeant Charlotte Austin. In this episode: You lead Cookeville Police Department’s Community Services Program with a dedicated mission to unify law enforcement and the public. Most people would rather get a root canal than hang out with on-duty police officers for fun, so how do you effective…

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Hoe-springa 1:37:20

3M ago1:37:20

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Send us a text Welcome back to the award winning pop culture podcast Smeared Mascara. This episode brings love, laughter and happily ever after because you’ve manifested this. Brooke tells us about an organization she’s joined that Garfield the Cat would be proud of, and shares her ongoing admiration of Caleb Heron. (Do YOU know the Cooper story?) …

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Making the Good Life Better with Chad McDonald 39:07

3M ago39:07

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This is Kosta and today I’m here with my guest: Chad McDonald, Assistant Director of Cookeville Department of Leisure Services and Public Facilities. Soon to be Department Director beginning October 6, 2025. In this episode: Leisure Services is the heart of Cookeville. Your department oversees ten city parks, Cookeville Performing Acts Center, two …

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Be Cool 1:03:09

3M ago1:03:09

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Send us a text In this highly anticipated episode of Smeared Mascara, you’ll hear Brooke and Mandy’s opinion on all things pop culture. Is Ricky Martin still living la vida loca? How far will MomTok go in Dancing with the Stars? You’ll have to listen to find out what these beezies think. Brooke tells us the latest in high school drama, and teen bed…

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Breaking News with Lindsay Pride 46:32

3M ago46:32

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Join Kosta and his guest: Lindsay Pride, journalist and Editor of the Herald-Citizen. In this episode: You started at the Herald Citizen in 2002 as a reporter. I want to step back in time for a moment, because the Herald-Citizen, and your career as a journalist, have drastically changed since 2002. Will you take us through a day as a reporter for t…

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The Cave That Held a Secret 11:04

3M ago11:04

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A hidden cave. Ancient scrolls. A discovery that proved God’s Word has been faithfully preserved for thousands of years. Join Luna, Cleo, and Nina as they share the story of the shepherds who stumbled upon the Dead Sea Scrolls in The Cave That Held a Secret.

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The Urgency of Now with Johnnie Wheeler 30:58

3M ago30:58

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Join Kosta and his guest: Johnnie Wheeler, First Vice Chair of Cookeville NAACP. In this episode: Over the past 50 years you’ve seen our county from every angle. From your professional work at UCHRA, to your political service in the County Commission, to the countless boards, committees and commissions you’ve seen it all. When you look at your work…

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Butt Stuff Stays With Me 1:22:59

3M ago1:22:59

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Send us a text New memory card, who dis?? It’s the award winning pop culture podcast, Smeared Mascara in the house! Get ready to hear about how our neck of the woods has been pawpin’ awf. Grocery store karaoke, football game drama carrying over to In n Out… Are we describing this week’s popular social media posts? Nope, this is real life, hunties. …

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20/20 Vision with Dr. Alissa Hudson 32:14

4M ago32:14

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Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Alissa Hudson, Ophthalmologist and Owner of Middle Tennessee Eye. In this episode: I think we can all agree, there’s only one place we can start this episode - and it’s inside an eyeball. We all have eyes, but most of us have no idea how they work or why they don’t work correctly. So, I hope it’s not too much to ask: h…

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Choppin’ It Up 1:04:31

4M ago1:04:31

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Send us a text Welcome back, loyal listeners! The Smeared Mascara audio department is doing its best to give you the quality content you deserve. La Presidente of the Pod aka B-Rock made the executive decision to destroy our overworked storage card after this episode. Listen and you’ll understand. You’ll still hear our smart ass comments and our lo…

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Winners and Losers with AJ Donadio 1:29:02

4M ago1:29:02

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Join Kosta and his guest: AJ Donadio, Community Leader, Veteran, Activist and Professor in the Whitson-Hester School of Nursing at TTU. In this episode: You serve the community through a variety of non-profits from Cookeville Independence Again to Highland AMVETS Post 44. Will you tell us about all the organizations you’re working with and how they…

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Owen Benjamin | #2231 Hacking The Mind - CIA Techniques For Breaking The Mind & How To Spot Cognitive Malware 2:29:41

4M ago2:29:41

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Owen Benjamin | #2230 Strangle-Pods & Carthaginians With Vox Day 1:25:46

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Owen Benjamin | #2229 Beartarian Mailman, Pickle_Ball & Other Ozark Plans + The 1:56:37

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Owen Benjamin | #2228 Bloodline Threats & Eunuch Puppets + The Pyramids All Over New Mexico 3:24:09

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Owen Benjamin | #2227 The Darkside of Nationalism - The Inorganic Rise Of Fuentes, Resisting The Niggle Urge & Schrodinger's Negro 1:48:44

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Owen Benjamin | #2226 Nick Fuentes Ripped By Tim Dillon In Gay-On-Gay Podcast Rant + Squirtis Crashes Out On Twitter After His Videography 1:21:47

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Owen Benjamin | #2225 Myth Building, The Number 12 & Participation Reciprocation A Gravy Chat With Christopher Gardner 2:07:04

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Owen Benjamin | #2224 Engagement Hall Of Mirrors, Comradery With Greatness & Male-Female Architypes 3:39:42

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Owen Benjamin | #2223 Life Is Pain - Zoomer Incelism, Real Bird Data Transfer & Why Approved Comedy Sucks + A New Piano Song Sparks Inspiration 2:28:16

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