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Apr 9
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352: CAPTIVE AUDIENCE - The Shawshank Re...

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Hide your contraband and your rock hammer—this week we’re talking about The Shawshank Redemption! Edwin has never seen this cinematic classic from 1994, so naturally we make him watch and react to it. And in this week’s episode we’re joined by friend of the show and Queen of the Discord Kaylah Higgins! We recap the storylines, casting, characters, and story ... Show More
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