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Aug 2022
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782. Paul McCartney at 80 (with Sam Whil...

Luke Thompson
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Paul McCartney turned 80 this year, so let's talk about this legend of British music! In this one, I am joined by Sam Whiles, the host of the Paul or Nothing podcast. Listen to hear an overview of Paul's career, and some Paul McCartney stories.

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