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Aug 2023
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255: The Real Blind Side: The PR Battle ...

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This episode delves into a legal and PR showdown that's making headlines. The unfolding drama between NFL veteran Michael Oher and the two families famously depicted in the film "The Blind Side" takes center stage. Episode Highlights: The Blind Side Revisited The episode begins by revisiting the heartwarming yet controversial film "The Blind Side" and its ... Show More
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