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Jun 2018
1h 14m

Monica Lewinsky

Sarah Marshall
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Sarah and Mike talk about what America forgot — and never learned — about history’s most famous intern. Digressions include generational resentments, 1990s fashion and off-brand colleges. Also, Mike’s microphone breaks about 25 minutes in, so he sounds like he’s recording in a submarine. Sorry!  Continue reading →Support us:Subscribe on PatreonDonate on ... Show More
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