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Dec 2024
36m 25s

Goodbye Jimmy Carter, Goodbye 2024

JODY AVIRGAN & RADIOTOPIA
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We wrap up the year by talking about the death of Jimmy Carter, who we've done almost ten episodes about -- and was president during a period of American history that has lots of lessons for today. Then, we talk about 2024 - our favorite episodes, some of the big ideas that got us through the year, and more.

Next episode we'll look forward to 2025. Happy New Year, everyone!

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