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Oct 15
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428: Hard Pivot to Balls

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If humanity is around long enough, could another species evolve to look like us to deter predators? What did people do when they woke up before the existence of phones? What’s your favorite replacement for a swear word? How do purple baby carrots exist? How do I cope with the end of childhood? …Hank and John Green have answers! If you're in need of dubio ... Show More
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