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Mar 2021
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The Tooth Fairy

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She’s charmed her way into the hearts and piggy banks of children across America… But instead of asking how much money she’ll give them for their teeth, perhaps kids should be asking instead: Why does the Tooth Fairy need all those teeth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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