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Feb 2024
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Tie-Dye vs. Friendship Bracelets: a craf...

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Today’s debate is a creative collection of craftsmanship. It’s a colorful spread against a twisted thread. It’s Tie-Dye vs. Friendship Bracelets! Brains On producer Aron Woldeslassie paints a picture for team Tie-Dye, while comedy writer Sam Suksiri deftly defends team Friendship Bracelets. Head on over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won! ... Show More
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