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May 2024
48m 3s

Sour candy throwbacks, fantasy literatur...

Allison Florea & Alex Hinsky
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Send us a message! In today's episode we meander through the cultural comfort food of fantasy literature with 'The Fourth Wing,' compare burger notes on everything from Red Robin to the gourmet offerings of Stout, and even dip our toes into the reunion of "Dance Moms." So, if you're a foodie, a fantasy buff, or a reality TV sleuth, pull up a chair and joi ... Show More
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