Beste Untold Tales podcaster (2024)

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Untold Tales Episode 50: The Other Christmas Story 32:43

6d ago32:43

32:43

Merry Christmas! We're closing out 2024 with a Christmas story from Al and Fred's Boy Scouting days. Will they get what they wanted, or will it be socks again?Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 49: Hitching a Ride 25:49

20d ago25:49

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Winter driving is just part of life this side of nowhere, and the Joneses grew up driving in the snow. Most of the time they even stayed on the road. This episode is chalk full of stories you won't want to miss out on, and many you can probably relate to. Listen in for Al and Fred's adventures traversing Wyoming's roads in the snow.…

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Untold Tales Episode 48: Wyomingisms - a (Sort of) Complete List 25:35

1M ago25:35

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In most places, the term "traffic jam" refers to a high volume of cars stopped in the middle of the road. A Wyoming traffic jam occurs when there are so many cows on the road, no one can get by to feed their own cows. This and other terms take on new meaning in the Cowboy State, and in this episode I break down some of the more common terms. Test y…

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Untold Tales Episode 47: Close Encounters of the Second Kind 31:49

2M ago31:49

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Medicine Lodge Campground and Archeological site is a popular destination for Wyomingites and tourists alike, and its easy to see why. Located on the banks of the beautiful Medicine Lodge Creek, this campground is a regular paradise, and its petroglyphs have been drawing visitors for generations. Could it attract visitors from even farther away, th…

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Untold Tales Episode 46: Fences from This Side of Nowhere 36:24

2M ago36:24

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Fences--if you're from the West, you understand. For most people, fences play a passive role, but that's not the case This Side of Nowhere! In this episode I'm joined by special guests, my sons Reuben (5) and Joseph (2) as we talk about fences in the great American West, and the boys have some pretty great insights!…

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Untold Tales Episode 45: When They Were Up, They Were Up 32:59

3M ago32:59

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Living in Southern California for two years as a missionary was definitely an adjustment. Surrounded by buildings and people, I missed the wide open spaces of Wyoming, but that didn't keep me from getting outside now and then! In this episode, join the then Elder Jones and his missionary companions on a hike they all enjoyed--well, almost all of th…

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Untold Tales Episode 44: That Time Went Downhill Pretty Much from the Beginning - Part 3 32:13

3M ago32:13

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Surprise! Betcha thought this one was a two-part episode. Now I guess you have no choice but to listen to part 3! Do the boy scouts make it out of Carroway Canyon? Do they get eaten by a large carnivorous animal? There's only one way to find out...Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 44: That Time Things Went Downhill Pretty Much from the Beginning - Part 2 30:37

3M ago30:37

30:37

The epic journey of Troop 41 down Carroway Canyon continues in this, the second part of a two-part episode. Or is it a two-part episode?Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 44: That Time Things Went Downhill Pretty Much from the Beginning - Part 1 25:41

4M ago25:41

25:41

It has been my experience that things usually go according to plan until they don't. The anxiety of waiting for things to start going south can be too much for many people to bear, so what can you do? Well, starting things off by going downhill is one solution! That's pretty much what happened with our hike down Carroway Canyon...…

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Untold Tales Episode 43: The Outdoor Olympics 23:00

4M ago23:00

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The Olympic Games were absolutely amazing this year, as they always are, but I can't help but feel they would benefit from an outdoor twist. Perhaps some wildlife or some extreme outdoor elements would heighten the excitement, don't you think? I have some personal experiences that make me think so!Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 42: Crack Shot 24:02

5M ago24:02

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Anyone who has ever shot a gun has missed their mark. When you miss, one of two things happens. Either the miss isn't a big deal, or you need to change your name and get a new identity. This story may lean toward the latter of the two...Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 41: Money Grows Like Trees 25:03

5M ago25:03

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Unfortunately, even though hunting and fishing provide an escape from the world, you still have to pay to get to the escaping part. In this episode, Al tries to get his hunting and fishing spending under control and plan for the future, but as you can imagine it's easier said than done!Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 40: Making It Up 18:51

6M ago18:51

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Ever noticed how two people can remember the same event or conversation in completely different ways? Just ask any politician. In this episode, Al and his buddy Mark find out how much trouble differing memories can cause, especially where land use is involved...Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 39: Locked Out 31:52

6M ago31:52

31:52

Special Guest alert! In this episode I'm joined by my mom, Leslie to share another story from this side of nowhere. From iPhones to cars, it seems we are always getting locked out of things. In this episode of Untold Tales, the Jones family finds out what happens when you get locked out of a pickup truck hundreds of miles from civilization--by a tw…

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Untold Tales Episode 38: Sailing Stones and Roaming Rocks 20:09

7M ago20:09

20:09

I am always losing things I need and finding things I don't--like rocks. They always seem to turn up where I least expect them, almost as if they can actually move on their own. Maybe they can! I have a few experiences you'll want to hear about that may just convince you rocks aren't as motionless as we'd like to think...…

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Untold Tales Episode 37: The Importance of Being Fully Committed 26:58

7M ago26:58

26:58

There are certain endeavors that require complete commitment in order to be successful--playing the piano, baseball, yodeling, whatever. Then there are endeavors in the outdoors that call for a totally different level of commitment, mainly because failure probably means certain death, kind of like doing backflips on concrete. Curious? You should be…

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Untold Tales Episode 36: Fur-Bearing Trout 23:30

8M ago23:30

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Bet you've never heard of fur-bearing trout, but if you're one of the few who are lucky enough to have caught one, you're probably richer for it. At least, that's what Al, Fred, and cousin Jim are banking on. You're an adult, though, so you would never waste time or money on something as far-fetched as furry fish--or would you?…

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Untold Tales Episode 35: Perspective 25:07

8M ago25:07

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Ever had an experience that completely and irrevocably changed the way you look at the world? These shifts in perspective can come from any number of things--an accident, age, an embarrassing situation (you've never had any, I know). However these shifts come, things will never be the same. Listen in to see how Al's perspective has shifted--and to …

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Untold Tales Episode 34: I Put the "Mess" in Instant Messaging 21:25

9M ago21:25

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I know you've had an experience involving miscommunication via texting or social media--we all have. Unfortunately, with all the abbreviations and slang used in texting, it can become almost another language--and that's before auto-correct gets involved! I bet you didn't know those who love outdoor sports have a whole different set of meanings for …

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Untold Tales Episode 33: Farmer's Tans 17:28

9M ago17:28

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Chances are, you either have one right now or you're going to have one once that sunburn you got this weekend heals a bit. Farmer's tans aren't just for farmers, and they are the most popular summer look in Poverty Flats, Wyoming. In this episode, we delve into the topic of tans, the absence thereof, and really bad sunburns.…

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Untold Tales Episode 32: What Would You Do for a Klondike? 34:29

10M ago34:29

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Camping during the warm months of the year has its own challenges, but winter camping? That's a whole different ball game. If you've never tried it, you are probably a rational human being. If you have done winter camping, then you will probably relate to this story! This week join me for another Untold Tale from This Side of Nowhere as I recount t…

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Untold Tales Episode 31: The First One 38:00

10M ago38:00

38:00

Perhaps the greatest adventure of life is parenthood, and that has certainly been the case for our family! We just welcomed our third son to the family, and it's brought back tons of memories, so this week's story is about the arrival of our first son, aka, Al Jr. Join me and my wife Haley, along with William, the newest member of the Jones clan, f…

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Untold Tales Episode 30: Making History 29:19

10M ago29:19

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In this episode of UTFTSON, Al, Fred, and the other members of Troop 41, led by scoutmaster Eli Lyman, spend the night in Cattle Rustler Cave. When everyone but Eli forgets a flashlight, they get creative, and the results may just have made history--or did they?Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 29: Will AI Transform Hunting and Fishing? 41:22

11M ago41:22

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AI is everywhere. Businesses are using it to improve productivity--and in some cases, eliminate humans--students are using it to do their homework, and images generated using AI permeate the internet. But what impact will AI have on hunting and fishing? Will it transform our favorite outdoor sports forever? I'm joined this week by special guest Bri…

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Untold Tales Episode 28: Introducing Eli Lyman, Scoutmaster Extraordinaire 29:22

11M ago29:22

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There are people who have a long-lasting impact on your life, individuals you will never (or cannot) forget. Anyone who has been a boy scout or even just had a mentor knows what I mean when I say your scoutmaster falls into this category. In this episode I present the origin story of Ely Lyman, a scoutmaster I will never forget!…

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Untold Tales Episode 27: Weak Knees 27:07

12M ago27:07

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You've probably heard of Jim Bridger and his reputation as a rugged mountain man. What you didn't know is Jim Bridger could be a little weak-kneed at the site of blood--and though it pains me to admit it, I am too. This character flaw has gotten me into trouble a time or two! Listen in to learn more.…

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Untold Tales Tales Episode 26: Up on the Rooftop 27:34

1y ago27:34

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When it comes to Christmas lights, hanging them up can be such a pain some people leave them up year round, and I don't blame them. If only that had been an option for us this side of nowhere...Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 25: Modern Day Rough Riders: The True Character of a Wyoming Vehicle 24:50

1y ago24:50

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Like its people, the vehicles in Wyoming have a lot of character. From duct tape to bailing twine, people find innovative ways to keep their cars and pickup trucks rolling--and sometimes they have a hard time getting them to stop!Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 24: How it All Began 35:15

1y ago35:15

35:15

Every great story has a beginning, and Lily and Al began their story at what may be the single best place to meet your future spouse -- the Dating Game. It's almost too good to be true, but it is. To top it all off, for the first time ever, I'm joined this week by my wife, Haley! Together we tell the story of how it all began, and we're sure that i…

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Untold Tales Episode 23: The Ideal Hunting Companion 29:30

1y ago29:30

29:30

Ever considered the amount of trust someone places in a hunting buddy? Just think of it, you're going to the middle of nowhere with another person who is armed to the teeth. You have to be pretty selective when you choose that person... In this episode, I provide some (mostly) helpful advice about how to find the ideal hunting companion!…

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Untold Tales Episode 22: The Legend of Drag Flop 36:50

1y ago36:50

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This week I'm excited to be joined by my guest and former football coach, Mike Aagard! Come along for the inaugural Halloween episode of Untold Tales from this Side of Nowhere, as we share the infamous tale of Poverty Flats' urban legend... pause for effect... Drag Flop. You're sure to get a laugh out of the reaction of Al, Fred, and friends as the…

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Untold Tales Episode 21: Running in Wyoming 32:05

1y ago32:05

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Those who know me will be surprised to learn that I am in fact a runner. Given my short stature and decidedly unathletic build, running didn't come naturally to me, but nonetheless, I am afflicted with the runner's curse. That being said, in a state where temperatures drop below freezing eight months of the year, running can be a tough sport to pur…

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Untold Tales Episode 20: Invasion of the Trash Pandas 35:37

1y ago35:37

35:37

Trash pandas. Ringtails. Masked bandits. In Spanish they're called mapaches. Whatever you call them, raccoons are trouble in an agriculture community like Poverty Flats, and this week Al's cousin, Nick, and his Uncle Greg take on a pack of raccoons when they invade a place so shocking you might not believe it! Give this one a listen, we dare you!…

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Untold Tales Episode 19: Essential Gear 23:24

1+ y ago23:24

23:24

When was the last time you found yourself looking down at something to be cut, and thought, "Gee, I wish I had a knife on me"? Maybe you have found yourself looking down and wishing your pants had better pockets? It sounds like you need to give this episode on essential gear a listen! In this week's Untold Tale from this Side of Nowhere, Al shares …

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Untold Tales Episode 18: You Have a Twin? 26:36

1+ y ago26:36

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Whenever people ask me, "What's it like being a twin?" I tell them, "It's the best!"--even though I don't know any different! This week tune in to hear from a SPECIAL GUEST all about the mishaps and mix-ups Al and Fred have experienced being twins. You're sure to love this one!Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 17: The Great Dirt Clod War 23:48

1+ y ago23:48

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If you have never chucked a dirt clod, you haven't lived, am I right? Just throwing them at the ground isn't enough, though. Before long you are just looking for targets... Listen to this episode to find out how things went a little too far when Al and his siblings challenged their cousins to full on dirt clod war--you're sure to enjoy it.…

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Untold Tales Episode 16: A Penny Saved 21:32

1+ y ago21:32

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Let's be honest--saving money is getting harder all the time. At the same time, some would claim that if you aren't finding ways to pinch pennies, it's just because you aren't trying hard enough. Sometimes the cost of saving money is more than you bargain for, though... Listen to find out what I mean!…

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Untold Tales Episode 15: Hiking Food I Have Known 26:14

1+ y ago26:14

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When it comes to hiking food, there are two things you have to remember: one, make sure it is light-weight, and two, make sure it is edible. Unfortunately not everyone is aware of these two requirements, and the results can be hilarious. Give this episode a listen to see what I mean!Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 14: Bear? Where?! 27:00

1+ y ago27:00

27:00

There are two kinds of mountains in the West: the kind that has grizzlies, and the kind that don't. Personally, I try to avoid sleeping in a tent when I spend the night in the former of the two, but once in a while I'm forced to risk it. Hence, this podcast episode...Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 13: The Authentic Fishing Experience 21:25

1+ y ago21:25

21:25

It seems like people are determined to take the easy way out, even when it comes to fishing. Everywhere I look, I see people using high-tech ergonomic gear, fishing at concrete ponds, and snapping selfies with monster fish. Authentic fishing seems to be a lost art in this modern era, so in this episode I share some pointers on how to have a true fi…

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Untold Tales Episode 12: The Voyage of the Vomit Comet 21:12

1+ y ago21:12

21:12

When traveling across Wyoming, one can feel like an interstellar space traveler, crossing vast stretches of nothingness between tiny points of life. Sounds daunting, right? Well, what happens when you add six kids and some car sickness to the equation? I guess you'll have to listen to this one...Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 11: Murder on the Mountain 34:41

1+ y ago34:41

34:41

Don't let the title fool you--this episode has plenty of laughs in spite of its name. This week's podcast features a special guest--Connor's oldest, ahem, eldest sister, Camilla, and she's here to set the story straight about what REALLY happened that summer day on the Bighorns. You'll have to listen to find out for yourself!…

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Untold Tales Episode 10: Mustard and Mayo 19:35

1+ y ago19:35

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I like a good sandwich as much as the next man, but mustard and mayo should stay on sandwiches and off the road, if you know what I mean. If you don't know what I mean, you better give this episode a listen!Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 9: Getting Benched 20:19

1+ y ago20:19

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If you are like me, sports never were your strong point. If that is the case, then you, like me, are probably familiar with the term "getting benched." What you probably did not know is that it is possible (and far, far worse) to get benched not just as an athlete, but as a sportsman or woman. Give this episode a listen to find out what I mean!…

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Untold Tales Episode 8: Worth a Shot 28:00

1+ y ago28:00

28:00

This week I'm joined by our first ever guest, my Grandpa H! We're sharing a story he told me about what happens when you mix a tiny Montana school house with multi-paned glass windows, a boy, and a really big steel marble. You probably have a guess or two about the results, but the only way to find out is to give this episode a listen!…

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Untold Tales Episode 7: Chocolate Ice Cream and Chickens 12:11

1+ y ago12:11

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If you're like me, you probably LOVE ice cream. I'm also willing to bet you probably don't love chicken excrement. Why would the two of them be included together in a podcast episode? Well, you'll just have to listen if you want to find out...Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 6: Sound Advice 13:36

2y ago13:36

13:36

As surprising as it sounds, there are people who actually want my two cents when it comes to the great outdoors! Doesn't sound plausible? Listen to this week's episode to find out what kind of advice people ask me for, from family members to outfitters. Whether or not you will want my advice after listening is up to you...…

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Untold Tales Episode 5: You Break it, You Fix It 22:18

2y ago22:18

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If you haven't had an experience with breaking a window, you probably grew up somewhere where there were no rocks. In this episode, Al and Fred get into some good old-fashioned trouble--and learn a lesson or two.Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 4: George and the Hornets 14:32

2y ago14:32

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What happens when you mix four boys with about a million hornets? Quite the story, that's what! Listen in to find out what new mischief Al and his twin brother get into in their little town of Poverty Flats, Wyoming during this week's untold tale from this side of nowhere.Av jonesconnora

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Untold Tales Episode 3: Time Gone By 16:49

2y ago16:49

16:49

Have you ever noticed how time seems to stand still when you're in the great outdoors? Well, you're not alone. Join host Connor Jones in this latest episode about how time slips away when you're hiking, fishing, or even watering the lawn. You're sure to relate and maybe even find out how to counter the effects of the void in time and space that mak…

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