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Dec 2021
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2021: Pivot's Year In Review

New York Magazine
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Kara and Scott look back at the biggest news of 2021. From the Capitol insurrection to the Facebook Files, 2021 was chock full of wild events, big personalities, and strange happenings. Join us as we unpack one of the longest years, ever.

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