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Jan 2021
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Bitten By A Venomous Snake (Dr. Evan Ant...

Joe Vulpis
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Our friend Dr. Evan Antin who is a world renowned wildlife expert, TV show host, and veterinarian comes by to chat about animals, his experience saving endangered species, and encounters with venomous snakes. Dr. Evan Antin had his own TV show on Animal Planet called "Evan Goes Wild" and just released his book "World Wild Vet". He's an all around badass dude and great soul, enjoy!

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