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Aug 2023
1h 8m

GENXZ With John Achkar

Ronnie Chatah
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GENXZ wraps up its first season with comedian John Achkar in a conversation that covers his personal journey from student-led politics to stand-up comedy, free expression that takes the written word on stage, the comfort & healing of performance-based art, & the importance of following your passion & pursuit no matter the cost. The episode includes a reflec ... Show More
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