Best John Dutton Podcasts (2025)

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Erin Patterson’s evidence about eating wild mushrooms 15:26

9h ago15:26

15:26

For a second day, the accused in the keenly watched mushroom murder trial has been questioned in court. Erin Patterson is accused of murdering her former in-laws Don and Gail Patterson along with Gail’s sister Heather Wilkinson with death cap mushrooms served at a beef wellington lunch in 2023. She denies the charges. Today, co-host of the Mushroom…

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Is it really the end for Elon Musk and Trump? 15:14

1d ago15:14

15:14

Elon Musk has spent a lot of time inside the Oval Office since Donald Trump returned to the White House. It was from there that the world’s richest man, sporting a black eye, was farewelled from his role in the Trump administration on Friday. He insists his so-called Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, has made great progress, cutting mor…

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BETOOTA TALKS: Spacey Jane 36:24

2d ago36:24

36:24

One of the West’s great exports stopped by the Betoota Advocate podcast offices this week. Amongst other things, Spacey Jane dropped in for a yarn about the special sauce in the West Australian music scene, being mature professionals and to blind rank the greatest acts from WA. They’ve got new music out and are about to hit the road. So get around …

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Why so many psychiatrists are quitting 15:30

2d ago15:30

15:30

Why would dozens of psychiatrists, dedicated to helping people at times of crisis, walk away from their jobs? On one hand it’s a simple pay dispute, but those who’ve been inside the system say it’s broken, with a demoralised workforce delivering substandard care. There’s a spotlight on the failures of mental health care in the New South Wales publi…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Rhea Ripley, Littleproud Is Back, State Of Origin & You Can’t Have Any Pudding If You Don’t Eat Your Meat 12:49

5d ago12:49

12:49

Errol Parker, Wendell Hussey and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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Why Trump can’t get 'crazy' Putin to end the war 15:19

5d ago15:19

15:19

Donald Trump has spent a long time praising him, but now the US president’s view of Vladimir Putin is shifting. Trump’s high hopes of getting Putin to the negotiating table are fading and Russia has recently launched one of the largest bombardments on Kyiv since the start of the war. Now, the end of the war in Ukraine seems as elusive as ever and T…

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Planet Hollywood with Griffin Newman and David Sims 2:55:21

5d ago2:55:21

2:55:21

Griffin Newman (@grifflightning) and David Sims (@davidlsims) of Blank Check join the 'boys to talk NYC eats and video games before diving into a review of Planet Hollywood. Plus, another edition of Frank Check. Catch Blank Check LIVE in New York! Get tickets at Bit.ly/BlankCheck25 Watch this episode at youtube.com/doughboysmedia Get ad-free episod…

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Can farmers endure repeated floods and drought? 15:32

6d ago15:32

15:32

When it looked like heavy rain was on its way, Taree farmer Josh Hack knew he had to act and move his cattle to higher ground. Now, like so many others, Josh is facing the cleanup from the record-breaking floods that devastated large parts of the NSW Mid North Coast and Hunter regions. Today, we consider the plight of Australia’s farmers like Josh,…

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Trump’s white 'genocide' claims explained 13:33

7d ago13:33

13:33

Donald Trump is beginning to make a habit of confronting world leaders while the cameras are rolling in the Oval Office. His latest victim is South Africa’s president Cyril Ramaphosa who was ambushed with Trump’s claims that white farmers are being persecuted in his country. Today, Nancy Jacobs, a professor of history at Brown University on why Tru…

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Why can’t Israel’s allies stop Netanyahu? 15:35

8d ago15:35

15:35

World leaders are strengthening their condemnations of Israel after it's renewed assault in Gaza and limiting the supply of humanitarian aid. Anthony Albanese described the ongoing blockade as 'an outrage' after the UK, France and Canada threatened sanctions last week, urging Israel to halt its latest offensive and allow more food and supplies into…

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BETOOTA TALKS: Bryan Fletcher 33:59

9d ago33:59

33:59

Ahead of the first State of Origin on Wendesday, Bryan Fletcher joined Clancy and Wendell in the Betoota Studios to talk all things footy. Now an esteemed broadcaster and ornament to the game, Fletch takes us back to his time in Origin camp and tells us about how the bonding sessions were a bit different back in the day. We preview the upcoming ser…

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Why energy giants want to control solar batteries 15:07

9d ago15:07

15:07

It was a decision driven by spite for Sydney man Peter Anderson. He was determined to buy a solar battery for his home so he could take money away from the big power companies, while never receiving a hefty power bill again. But his plan came unstuck after agreeing to participate in a so-called virtual power plant. Today, energy reporter David Merc…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: LNP Breakup, Jacinta Price, LNP Reunited & Big Ange's Message To The Poms 12:52

12d ago12:52

12:52

Wendell Hussey and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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Can Bezos dethrone Musk with a cheap EV ute 15:09

12d ago15:09

15:09

Elon Musk’s once firm grasp on the EV market seems to be crumbling as Tesla sales slump, so bring in Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. He’s investing in Slate, an auto start-up building a cheap bare-bones electric pick-up truck in the USA, called a ute in Australia. It’ll be much cheaper than Musk’s controversial Tesla Cybertruck. Today, Giles Parkinson, …

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Pret a Manger with Charlotte McDonnell and Libby Watson 2:38:41

13d ago2:38:41

2:38:41

Charlotte McDonnell (@coollike) and Libby Watson (@libbycwatson) join the 'boys to talk about their new podcast, What's All This Then, video games, and ghosts before diving into a review of Pret a Manger. Watch this episode at youtube.com/doughboysmedia Get ad-free episodes at patreon.com/doughboys Get Doughboys merch at kinshipgoods.com/doughboys …

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The Trump cloud hanging over the RBA 14:35

13d ago14:35

14:35

Interest rates are falling, inflation is down and the Reserve Bank seems happier than it’s been in ages. So, have we achieved the so-called soft landing after all the economic turmoil we’ve suffered since the pandemic? Today, chief business correspondent Ian Verrender on the latest rate cut, how many more we should expect and why Donald Trump could…

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Why the Nationals nuked the Coalition 15:12

14d ago15:12

15:12

It had been a constant of federal politics, but the coalition between the Liberal and National parties has come to a dramatic end following a disastrous election defeat. The Nationals are breaking away after the Liberals rejected a demand that key policy areas were part of the agreement between the parties. Today, the ABCs chief digital political c…

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Biden’s health back in focus after cancer news 14:27

15d ago14:27

14:27

He dropped out of the presidential race last July, but the focus is now back on Joe Biden. The former US leader has not only been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, but a new book released this week has accused the White House of covering up a decline in his health before he stepped down to make way for Kamala Harris. Today, Bruc…

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BETOOTA TALKS: Michael Chugg Part 2: The Father of The Australian Music Scene 39:19

16d ago39:19

39:19

In Part 2 of our interview with Michael Chugg, Clancy and Wendell delve into the current state of Australian music. With some of the nation's biggest festivals under serious financial threat and the ways in which people consume music rapidly changing, Chugg shares his wisdom on what the future may hold for our musical landscape. See omnystudio.com/…

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The growing push for ‘Adult Crime, Adult Time’ laws 14:35

16d ago14:35

14:35

When Queensland woman Emma Lovell was stabbed to death by a teenager in 2022, the community and nation was shocked. The 17-year-old offender had broken into her home on Boxing Day as the family slept. The crime was a catalyst for a campaign for stricter sentencing for youths and Queensland went on to become the first state to introduce ‘Adult Crime…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Sussan Ley Elected Scapegoat, Dutton Reinvents Himself, Albo Knocks Back NZ & Bloke Drives To Gym For Walk 14:33

19d ago14:33

14:33

Wendell Hussey, Errol Parker and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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What Trump’s China tariffs did to businesses 15:04

19d ago15:04

15:04

This week, Donald Trump paused his massive tariffs on Chinese goods entering the US for 90 days, slashing the rate from 145 to 30 percent. China has also come to the bargaining table, dropping 125 percent tariffs on imports from the US to 10 percent. So, is the US president’s economic dream of bringing manufacturing back to America dead? Today, we …

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Panera 3 with Kimia Behpoornia 2:24:44

20d ago2:24:44

2:24:44

Kimia Behpoornia (@childclown) joins the 'boys to talk Bond movies, hot dogs, and the vegetarian lifestyle before a review of Panera's new croissant sandwiches. Plus, another edition of Chew Truths and a Fry. Watch this episode at youtube.com/doughboysmedia Get ad-free episodes at patreon.com/doughboys Get Doughboys merch at kinshipgoods.com/doughb…

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Why Trump’s Middle East tour is about money, not peace 15:10

20d ago15:10

15:10

Donald Trump has recently secured a luxury 747 jet from Qatar and billions of dollars in investment deals from Saudi Arabia. But as the US president continues his tour of the Middle East, there’s been no talk of a plan for peace in Gaza. Today, Hussein Ibish from the Arab Gulf States Institute on Trump’s tour and why he won’t be meeting the Israeli…

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The nuclear problem facing Sussan Ley 15:17

21d ago15:17

15:17

The new Liberal leader Sussan Ley has promised a fresh approach after the party’s disastrous result in the federal election. But will the first female leader of the party really be able to bring it back from the brink and build a policy offering that’s attractive to voters? Today, host of ABC TVs 7.30 Sarah Ferguson on the future of the Coalition’s…

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The nuclear risk in the India-Pakistan conflict 15:09

22d ago15:09

15:09

When tensions flared between India and Pakistan last week the world held its breath because both nations have nuclear weapons. While a ceasefire has been agreed, it hasn’t stopped the clashes in the disputed Kashmir region. Today, Aparna Pande from the Hudson Institute in Washington DC explains the long running conflict and what could come next. Fe…

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BETOOTA TALKS: Michael Chugg Part 1: The Father of The Australian Music Scene 48:27

23d ago48:27

48:27

The election is finally done and dusted, so we’re leaving the world of politics behind and starting fresh with a huge guest. Michael Chugg has been an integral part of the Australian music scene since the late 60s, having founded the Frontier Touring company and played a part in bringing so many huge acts down under. From ABBA to Billie Eilish, Lim…

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How Bunnings crushed its competitors 15:22

23d ago15:22

15:22

What really lies behind Bunnings’ promise of lowest prices? The hardware superstore has carefully built a reputation for being part of the local community with its famous sausage sizzles and friendly advertising. But a Four Corners investigation has found that the haven for DIY enthusiasts has grown to dominate the market, squeezing suppliers and c…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Libs First Female Leader, F*ck You And Your Teeth Says Bandt, Palmer’s Next Waste Of Money & Piastri’s Secret To Success 10:33

26d ago10:33

10:33

Wendell Hussey and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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The surprise pick of an American pope 18:01

26d ago18:01

18:01

A new pope has been elected to lead the Roman Catholic Church. The moment was marked by white smoke billowing from a chimney above the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican. Pope Leo XIV from Chicago, who worked for years in Peru, has appeared on the balcony above St Peter’s Square to greet the thousands of faithful. Today, Andrew West, host of the ABC’s R…

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Why Trump’s at war with Harvard University

26d ago

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It’s an almighty fight. In one corner is Donald Trump and the other Harvard, one of the oldest institutions in America. The US president wants to defund the university, attacking it for alleged anti-Semitism on campus. But Harvard’s retaliating, making it among the few major institutions in the US willing to take Trump on. Today, Geoff Kabaservice …

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Popeyes 6 with Tim Baltz 2:19:54

27d ago2:19:54

2:19:54

Tim Baltz (@tim.baltz, Righteous Gemstones) joins the 'boys to talk Megaman, Chicago sports, and favorite Chicago eats before a return to Popeyes to review the limited-time Pickle Menu. Plus, another edition of Drank or Stank. Watch this episode at youtube.com/doughboysmedia Get ad-free episodes at patreon.com/doughboys Get Doughboys merch at kinsh…

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Why there’s no motive in the mushroom murder trial 15:13

27d ago15:13

15:13

Ian Wilkinson was the sole surviving guest of a deadly beef wellington lunch and now he’s had the chance to tell his story in court. He has given evidence in the trial of Erin Patterson who’s accused of attempting to murder him and of murdering his wife and another couple. The jury has also heard that before the lunch Erin Patterson told friends sh…

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Annabel Crabb on Dutton’s women debacle

28d ago

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The votes are still being counted but when the new parliament is formed there will be more female MPs than ever before. But fewer than 10 will be on the Coalition benches. Labor continues to get more women elected and put them into senior roles. Polling suggests Peter Dutton also had a major problem attracting votes from women during the campaign. …

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Will Trump ruin Labor’s economic plan? 15:18

29d ago15:18

15:18

We were told time and again cost of living was the biggest issue for voters at the election. So, now Labor has secured a thumping victory, what’s it going to do to make things easier? There are some extra tax cuts to come and price increases are slowing, raising hopes of happier economic times. Today, Ian Verrender, the ABC’s chief business corresp…

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BETOOTA TALKS: Betoota’s Election Recap 19:52

30d ago19:52

19:52

Fair bit happened over the weekend. If you’d like to hear us give a quick lay of the land about where everything’s at, then give this a spin. Gains/ losses / and what the hell happened to The greens. You may have had enough of politics, well you are in luck because it’s all over now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Laura Tingle on the survival of the Liberal Party 19:19

1M ago19:19

19:19

It was a Labor win and a Coalition defeat of a magnitude few expected. Anthony Albanese has become the first prime minister to win re-election in more than 20 years, leaving the Liberal party gutted and its leader kicked out of parliament. But what will Labor do for Australians over the next three years? Today, Laura Tingle, political editor for th…

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Politics Now: Landslide Labor victory 20:15

1M ago20:15

20:15

Anthony Albanese has been returned as Prime Minister, in a Labor landslide. On top of a bruising defeat for his party, Opposition leader Peter Dutton has lost his seat of Dickson. The victory makes Anthony Albanese the first Prime Minister to win back-to-back elections in 20-years. So, where did it go wrong for the Coalition? In this episode from t…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Recipe Wars, Hate Media, Keating & Johnny + Crazy Man Wants Dental Before Submarines 11:14

1M ago11:14

11:14

Errol Parker, Wendell Hussey and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Antony Green’s 2025 election guide 18:29

1M ago18:29

18:29

Opinion polls suggest Labor and Anthony Albanese will win Saturday’s election, but the ABC’s chief elections analyst Antony Green says it’s not worth predicting results. He’ll let the numbers do the talking as they come in on election night. Antony is usually the first to accurately reveal the result and this election will be his last as a presente…

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Wendy's 4 with Brooks Wheelan 2:25:29

1M ago2:25:29

2:25:29

Brooks Wheelan (@brookswheelan, Alive in Alaska) joins the 'boys to talk outdoor experiences, camping, and Quarter Sheets before a review of Wendy's. Plus another edition of Slop Quiz. Watch this episode at youtube.com/doughboysmedia Get ad-free episodes at patreon.com/doughboys Get Doughboys merch at kinshipgoods.com/doughboys Advertise on Doughbo…

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Laura Tingle on Dutton’s ‘shockingly bad’ campaign 15:30

1M ago15:30

15:30

We’re now in the dying days of the election campaign with the polls suggesting enough Australians will vote Labor to return Anthony Albanese as Prime Minister. While more than four million voters have already cast early ballots, there are 18 million people in all who’ll need to make a choice and so the race isn’t over and there’s still hope for Pet…

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BETOOTA TALKS: Dr Ken Henry 58:27

1M ago58:27

58:27

In the last Betoota Talks before the election, we decided to have a chat to someone who isn't asking for you to vote for them this weekend. Someone who can speak freely and honestly about the state of the nation, and what lies ahead. One of the nation's leading economists, the Taree product swung by for a wide ranging chat about economics, environm…

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Your questions: Which party will fix childcare? 15:27

1M ago15:27

15:27

Listeners have asked us to explain the childcare policies on offer at this election. There’s a crisis in the quality of care, with Four Corners recently revealing alarming cases of mistreatment and even abuse of children. Parents also want to see improvements on childcare affordability and access to places. Today, ABC investigative reporter Adele F…

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Erin Patterson’s mushroom murder trial begins 15:15

1M ago15:15

15:15

One of the most highly anticipated murder trials in recent memory is about to begin in regional Victoria. Erin Patterson is accused of murdering three people and attempting to murder another after serving up a Beef Wellington allegedly laced with lethal death cap mushrooms. Today, Stephen Stockwell co-host of the ABC podcast Mushroom Case Daily on …

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Foreign Minister Senator Penny Wong - in her first ever podcast! 42:43

1M ago42:43

42:43

Senator Penny Wong steps into the booth with Betoota this week, for her first ever podcast interview. The South Australian Labor heavyweight talks about her upbringing, family and what drew her to politics in the first place. How has Parliament changed since she was first elected? What are her greatest regrets in politics? The Foreign Minister expl…

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The risks of travelling to Trump’s America 14:16

1M ago14:16

14:16

Last year, more than one million Australians travelled to the United States. But if you’re planning a visit soon, be aware that under Donald Trump things have changed. The border checks have intensified, some travellers are unexpectedly being denied entry, detained and deported. Today, Sarah Kopit, editor-in-chief of travel industry news site Skift…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Filo Pope, Election About to Get Real Catholic, Millennial Dating & Straight Man At Pilates 9:56

1M ago9:56

9:56

Errol Parker, Wendell Hussey and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Katie Perry vs Katy Perry in the High Court 16:00

1M ago16:00

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It’s a battle between Katy Perry and Katie Perry. One is an international pop super star, the other an Australian fashion designer. Now after 15 years the case has reached its climax, landing in the High Court. So, who will get to claim the name? Today, Dr Sarah Hook an intellectual property law expert at UTS steps us through the trademark fight an…

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Subway 5: Doritos Footlong Nachos with Toni Charline Ramos 2:43:12

1M ago2:43:12

2:43:12

Toni Charline Ramos (@tonicharline) joins the 'boys to talk music, Max shows, and Mexico before a review of Subway's new Footlong Doritos Nachos. Plus, another edition of Snack or Wack. Watch this episode at youtube.com/doughboysmedia Get ad-free episodes at patreon.com/doughboys Get Doughboys merch at kinshipgoods.com/doughboys Advertise on Doughb…

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