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Jul 2021
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93: Chris Matthews

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About this episode
iGen team Jill and Victor welcome the legendary host of MSNBC’s Hardball and author of “This Country: My Life In Politics & History” Chris Matthews, to get his take on life, politics and journalism.  From Swaziland to speech writing, he shares the incredible stories of his life, relates the events and experiences that shaped his career, and gives his advice to anyone who wants to chase their dream in government and public service.

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