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Speaker 1: So that's what we're gonna do today, And today's nine

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Speaker 1: Hey there, podcast listeners, Welcome to Part Time Genius. I'm

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Speaker 1: Will Pearson and it's always I'm joined by my good

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Speaker 1: what does it say? It says new year knew you

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Speaker 1: Is that like Dr SEUs or something? I have no idea,

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Speaker 1: but I'm sure it's profound that Tristan is one deep guy?

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Speaker 1: Who are not kidding? All right, Well, we've got another

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Speaker 1: Mr Gabe Louisier. Hey there, Gabe. All right, Well today

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