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Apr 2023
2h 34m

#1975 - Dan Flores

Joe Rogan
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Dan Flores is a writer and historian specializing in the cultural and environmental study of the American West. His most recent book is “Wild New World: The Epic Story of Animals and People in America.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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